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weather1 year ago

"Coastal Storm Brings Dangerous Road Conditions and Flooding to Southern California"

A spring storm system brought heavy rain to Southern California, leading to dangerous road conditions and dramatic incidents including a water rescue in the Inland Empire, a frightening crash in Van Nuys, and a car submerged in water in Fullerton. Forecasters warned of minor urban flooding, gusty winds, and the possibility of thunderstorms, hail, and even a small tornado. Caltrans advised drivers to expect high winds, rain, and possible snow, with a winter storm warning in effect for the San Gabriel Mountains and freeway corridors. Cooler temperatures were also forecasted for Easter weekend, with a warming trend expected next week.

via KABC-TV|
#dangerous-road-conditions#heavy-rain#southern-california
weather1 year ago

"Rethinking the Hurricane Scale: The Case for Category 6"

Scientists and meteorologists are debating the need for a Category 6 on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale to account for the increasing dangers of climate change-fueled hurricanes. While some argue that a new category could better reflect the intensifying impacts of storms, others emphasize the importance of considering factors beyond wind speed, such as storm surge and rainfall flooding. The discussion highlights the need for improved messaging to the public about the multifaceted threats posed by hurricanes in a changing climate.

via The Weather Channel|
#climate-change#hurricanes#meteorologists
weather1 year ago

"2024 Hurricane Season: NHC's Improved Forecast Cone for Better Preparedness"

The National Hurricane Center is planning to introduce a new experimental version of the forecast cone this year, aiming to better communicate the extent of potential impacts of tropical storms and hurricanes, including inland threats. The updated graphic will depict watches and warnings for inland areas superimposed on the forecast cone, potentially helping people more accurately assess their risk and make better preparations. However, challenges remain in effectively communicating all storm threats, particularly water-related hazards like storm surge, and further changes may be necessary as scientists continue to explore ways to convey multiple types of storm information in a single graphic.

via The Washington Post|
#forecast-cone#hurricane-preparation#hurricane-season
natural-disasters2 years ago

"Tracking Hurricane Lee's Impacts on New England and Maine: A Timeline"

The National Hurricane Center has issued Hurricane, Tropical Storm, and Storm Surge Watches for parts of New England as Hurricane Lee is expected to bring gusty winds, heavy rain, and dangerous beach conditions to the Northeast coastline. While the storm's center may remain far enough away to only brush Cape Cod, there is also a possibility of heavy rain and damaging winds affecting the Interstate 95 corridor from southeastern Massachusetts to northeastern Maine. Coastal flooding, power outages, and dangerous waves are expected, with the greatest impacts forecasted for Thursday morning through the weekend.

via Fox Weather |
#coastal-flooding#hurricane-lee#maine