Category Archives: Weather Articles
Satellite Image of Calbuco Volcano Eruption in Chile
[caption id="attachment_3190" align="aligncenter" width="461"] Credit NOAA (Click to Enlarge)[/caption] Calbuco Volcano in southern Chile has erupted for the first time since 1972, with the last major eruption occurring in 1961 that sent ash columns 12-15 kilometers high. This image was…
2015 U.S. Spring Flood Outlook
Record snowfall and unusually cold temperatures in February through early March retained a significant snowpack across eastern New England and western New York raising flood concerns. Significant river ice across northern New York and northern New England increase the risk…
Understanding National Weather Service “Severe Weather Outlook”
Example Outlook Below Severe weather outlooks, also commonly referred to as convective outlooks, are issued daily by the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center in both text and graphic form. iAlert hosts the severe weather outlook graphics which you can…
What is a Supercell?
[caption id="attachment_3058" align="aligncenter" width="450"] Supercell (click to enlarge)[/caption] A Supercell is a severe thunderstorm with a deep, persistently rotating updraft (a mesocyclone). Supercell thunderstorms are the largest, most severe class of thunderstorms. It has been argued that there are really…
Rip Current Safety
[caption id="attachment_3033" align="aligncenter" width="397"] Rip Current Safety Chart (Click to Enlarge)[/caption] Stay safe at the beach this summer and know the signs of a rip current. Rip Current:?"A small-scale surf-zone current moving away from the beach.? Rip currents form as…
Tsunami Safety
Know the signs of an approaching Tsunami. If you are experiencing an of the warning signs at the coast, a tsunami could be approaching: Strong or long earthquakes(s) Sudden rise or fall of the ocean A loud roar from the…
Flood Safety
Flood safety isn’t just about preparing before a flood hits, it’s about knowing what to do during and after. This article will help you prepare for before, during, and after a flood event. Before a Flood Know Your Risk: Is your…
Lightning Safety
Caught outside in a storm, inside during a thunderstorm, or in a car there are steps you can take to protect yourself from the dangers of lightning Outside in a lightning storm There is no safe place outside with…
Tornado Safety
Tornado safety isn't just about preparing before a tornado hits, it's about knowing what to do during and after. This article will help you prepare for before, during, and after a tornado event. Before a Tornado Make sure all family…
