All articles tagged with #dust devil
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Space
NASA's Perseverance rover celebrated its 1,500th day on Mars with a selfie that captured a dust devil swirling behind a hill, showcasing the rugged terrain of Jezero Crater and the rover's ongoing scientific mission.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Earth.com
NASA's Perseverance rover captured a high-resolution selfie on Mars that unexpectedly included a dust devil in the background, marking a milestone after 1,500 sols on the planet. The image not only celebrates the mission's progress but also provides valuable scientific insights into Martian weather and terrain, while serving as a health check for the rover.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ScienceAlert
NASA's Perseverance rover captured images of a dust devil while exploring the Jezero Crater on Mars. The dust devil, spotted at Thorofare Ridge, measured about 60 meters in diameter and was estimated to be 1.2 miles high. Dust devils are common on Mars and play a role in moving and redistributing dust. The rover routinely monitors the atmosphere for these phenomena to study Mars' atmospheric dynamics.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by SciTechDaily
NASA's Perseverance rover captured a 200-foot-wide dust devil moving across Mars' Jezero Crater at a speed of about 12 mph. Dust devils are weaker and smaller than tornadoes on Earth but play a role in redistributing dust on Mars. Scientists study them to gain insights into the Martian atmosphere. The rover's imagery helped determine the dust devil's location, width, and estimated height. The mission's objective is to search for signs of ancient microbial life, study the planet's geology and climate, and pave the way for human exploration of Mars.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
NASA's Perseverance Mars Rover captured a series of images showing a 200-foot-wide dust devil moving across the surface of Mars, about 2.5 miles away from the rover. The images, taken on the rover's 899th day on Mars, were compiled and sped up to show the motion of the dust devil. Dust devils on Mars are smaller and weaker than tornadoes on Earth but play a role in redistributing dust on the planet. Scientists study these phenomena to better understand Mars' atmosphere and improve weather models. The dust devil captured in the images was estimated to be over a mile high, based on its shadow.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Mashable
NASA's Perseverance rover captured footage of a massive dust devil on Mars, reaching approximately 1.2 miles high and 200 feet across. The rover is currently exploring the Jezero Crater, where scientists believe there may have been a lake 3 billion years ago, making it a potential site for ancient life. NASA plans to continue exploring other worlds, including Saturn's Enceladus and Jupiter's Europa, in search of conditions suitable for life.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
An Arizona meteorologist, Tyler Maio, was caught inside an "intense" dust devil while fishing near Silverbell Lake in Tucson. The incident was captured on video and shows Maio being enveloped by the cyclone of dirt and dust. Dust devils are typically small vortices of dust and debris that are much smaller in size and intensity than tornadoes. They usually last for a few minutes and rarely cause any significant damage. Maio recommends anyone who finds themselves in one to get low to the ground and cover their face.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox Weather
Arizona meteorologist Tyler Maio captured a video of a dust devil heading straight towards him while he was out fishing by Silverbell Lake in northwest Tucson. Within seconds, he found himself inside the dust devil, which covered his body and eyes with dust. Dust devils are dust-filled vortices that are usually smaller and less intense than tornadoes, and they typically form in fair weather on sunny and hot days with light winds. While they cannot be predicted, Maio recommended that anyone who might find themselves inside a dust devil hunker down, kneeling low to the ground and covering their head for protection.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Washington Post
An umpire at a youth baseball game in Jacksonville, Florida, quickly pulled a 7-year-old catcher out of a dust devil that formed around him during a pitch. Dust devils are not tornadoes, but they can produce winds of up to 45 mph and are common in dry, dusty or sandy areas. The incident highlights the importance of safety measures during outdoor activities.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC2 News
During a Little League baseball game in Jacksonville, a 7-year-old catcher was caught in a dust devil over home plate. The umpire, Aidan Wiles, ran to the boy's rescue and pulled him out of the spiraling sand and debris. After having water poured into his eyes, the catcher was back to playing baseball.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
A dust devil suddenly appeared during a youth baseball game in Jacksonville, Florida, causing disruption. However, a quick-thinking teen umpire leaped into action to handle the situation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WESH 2 Orlando
A 7-year-old catcher was caught in a dust devil during a baseball game in Jacksonville, Florida. The umpire rescued him after sand and debris spiraled around him for a few seconds. The child's father poured water on him to get the dirt out of his eyes, and he went back into the game.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox Weather
During a youth baseball game in Jacksonville, Florida, a dust devil suddenly appeared on home plate and consumed the 7-year-old catcher in swirling wind and dirt. Quick-acting umpire Aidan Wiles rushed in to save the child, and luckily, no one was hurt. Dust devils usually form on sunny, hot days with light winds and are created by surface heating.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WFLA
A dust devil swept up a 7-year-old catcher during a youth baseball game in Florida, causing him to be lifted off the ground. The teenage umpire, Aidan Wiles, quickly grabbed the boy and pulled him to safety. The catcher, Bauer Zoya, was scared but unharmed and returned to the game after cleaning the dirt off his face and catcher's helmet.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KCRA Sacramento
Davis businesses are closing early due to recent stabbings, while UC Davis students express concern for their safety. A dust devil was spotted in Sutter County, and the Stockton Arena may undergo renovations. In other news, a teenage boy killed eight children and a school guard in Serbia, while a suspected gunman was caught after killing five neighbors in Texas. The US and Mexico have agreed on new immigration policies, and the Federal Reserve is expected to announce another hike on interest rates.