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Drought Defined
A drought is a period of drier-than-normal conditions that results in water-related problems. When rainfall is less than normal for several weeks, months, or years, the flow of streams and rivers declines, water levels in lakes and reservoirs fall, and the depth to … Read More…
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How is wind chill calculated (wind chill formula)
The wind chill temperature is calculated using the following formula: Windchill (ºF) = 35.74 + 0.6215T – 35.75(V^0.16) + 0.4275T(V^0.16) Where: T = Air Temperature (F) V = Wind Speed (mph) ^ = raised to a power (exponential) More about wind chill: Wind … Read More…
What is Hypothermia?
Hypothermia occurs when body temperature falls below 95 degrees Fahrenheit. Visible warning signs include uncontrollable shivering, memory loss, disorientation, incoherence, slurred speech, drowsiness, and exhaustion. The U.S. government’s Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) recommended steps for a person suffering from hypothermia: Call … Read More…
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