Articles tagged with Storms
Tropical Cyclone Bakung is moving west-southwest over the Southern Indian Ocean, with maximum sustained winds near 40 knots (46 mph). The cyclone is expected to slowly intensify over the next couple of days, nearing hurricane-force by Dec. 16.
Research suggests that saving previous information helps free up cognitive resources, improving memory for new information. By 'offloading' old data, individuals can allocate mental resources to learn and remember new material.
Researchers at UC Irvine found that small drainpipes at enclosed ocean bays produce high fecal counts during summer months, impacting calmer waters. The team suggests green remedies like bioswales and drought-inspired reductions in irrigation runoff to capture urban slobber before it reaches drains.
A new tropical storm, Tropical Cyclone 02S, has formed in the Southern Indian Ocean and is closing in on Mauritius and Reunion Islands. The cyclone is expected to bring gusty winds, showers, and rough seas to the region over the next couple of days.
A team of astronomers detected eight large storms on Uranus's northern hemisphere, including the brightest storm ever seen at 2.2 microns. The storms are thought to be caused by gases such as methane rising in the atmosphere and condensing into highly reflective clouds of methane ice.
The 21st Eastern Pacific tropical depression, TD 21E, formed far south of Acapulco, Mexico. Maximum sustained winds near 35 mph are expected to slowly strengthen over the next 48 hours.
Post-tropical cyclone Ana's remnant clouds are causing heavy rain and strong gusts in British Columbia, Canada. Environment Canada has issued wind warnings for several regions, with sustained winds near 21-29 mph (34-47 kph) reported at major airports.
The study reveals that social resources and connections play a critical role in shaping a neighborhood's resilience. Residents who have strong social ties are more likely to report their neighborhood is well-prepared for future disasters, indicating higher confidence in long-term recovery.
A new NASA study reconstructs North American drought history over the last 1,000 years and finds that the 1934 drought was the driest and most widespread of the past millennium. The drought was caused by a high-pressure system and dust storms, which suppressed rainfall and led to severe conditions across western North America.
A new NASA study reconstructing North American drought history over the last 1,000 years found that 1934 was the driest and most widespread drought of the millennium. The severity was attributed to a combination of high-pressure systems and dust storms caused by poor land management practices.
The 1934 drought was seven times larger than comparable droughts and nearly 30% worse than the next most severe drought, affecting nearly 72% of western US. Dust storms intensified the drought and spread it throughout the region.
Researchers detected a distinctive DNA signature in children born after the massive Quebec ice storm, linked to maternal hardship and stress. The study found that objective stress exposure, not emotional distress, caused long-lasting changes in the epigenome of their babies.
Storms have caused massive fires in Northern California's Happy Camp Complex, affecting over 99,200 acres. The fire is at 30% containment, with multiple spot fires occurring across the region.
A new study reveals that modest reductions in nutrient pollution led to long-term improvements in water clarity, allowing underwater grasses to thrive. The plants' rapid growth was fueled by positive feedback loops, where they improved their own growing conditions and resisted disturbances.
Researchers studied a unique solar storm that interacted with Earth's magnetic field, revealing the presence of a dense solar filament material. The event showed a complex interplay between the CME and the magnetosphere, resulting in reduced magnetic effects.
Fires in California and Oregon are burning due to lightning strikes, affecting over 36,000 acres. The Beaver Complex fires have reached 20% containment despite shifting wind conditions and weather inversions aiding firefighting efforts.
Scientists warn of imminent 'solar super-storms' that could cripple critical services like power supplies, transport, and medicine. A predicted Carrington-level event every 150 years poses a significant threat to human health and infrastructure.
Researchers have measured massive waves of up to 5 meters high in the Arctic Ocean, attributed to high winds and increased open water. This phenomenon could disrupt shipping operations and exacerbate coastal erosion as the region continues to warm.
A study by Dr. Y. Kirk Lin and his team found that tree frog calls emitted from drains had greater intensity and duration than natural habitats. This unique adaptation allows the frogs to boost their mating chances in urban environments.
A new study from Project Ice Storm found that prenatal maternal stress predicts asthma-like symptoms and autistic-like traits in 6 1/2 year-old children. The greater the mothers' objective hardship and subjective distress, the more severe their children's autistic-like traits at 6½ years of age.
Researchers predict a large blue-green algae bloom in Lake Erie this summer due to increased precipitation and runoff, posing risks to tourism and fisheries. Additionally, an El Niño is forecasted for the Pacific later this year, leading to a very dry 2015 in Ohio.
Tapah downgraded from a tropical storm to a tropical depression due to strong vertical windshear and decreased sea surface temperature. The storm is currently tracking northwest at 10 knots per hour and expected to recurve to the northeast.
A NASA pilot project measures geomagnetically induced currents (GICs) in real-time, providing unprecedented data gathering and insights into Earth's upper atmosphere. The goal is to better understand GICs and their impact on the US power grid.
Tropical Cyclone Jack weakened significantly after two observations by NASA's TRMM satellite on April 21, with maximum sustained winds dropping from 90 knots to 30 knots. Rainfall rates reached up to 197 mm/hr, indicating a powerful storm before its final weakening.
Recent Minnesota projects demonstrate how communities can protect themselves from worsening storms through practical and affordable plans. The programs show that portions of existing drainage systems are already undersized, but significant portions should be adequate for even pessimistic mid-21st century projections.
The TRMM satellite provided near-real time precipitation data for Tropical Cyclone Ita, estimating rainfall totals of up to 400 mm in northeastern Australia. The satellite also captured a 3-D image of the storm's structure, showing that some clouds were reaching heights of over 13 km.
Researchers will study amounts and types of aerosols influencing cloud formation in the Amazonia region. The three-year project aims to understand how the Amazon rainforest influences storm formation and internal water cycling.
Carbon monoxide exposure cases rise after snowstorms and power loss, with generators and car exhaust as common sources; public health education crucial to prevent poisoning.
A 3,500-year-old Egyptian inscription describes rain, darkness and stormy weather, suggesting a massive Thera eruption in the Mediterranean Sea. The revised dating of the pharaoh Ahmose's reign could change scholars' understanding of critical junctures in human history.
A rapid succession of coronal mass ejections sent a pulse of magnetized plasma towards Earth, potentially causing widespread disruptions to the electrical grid and disabling satellites. Fortunately, the event occurred just nine days too late, narrowly missing the planet.
Researchers reveal that a combination of solar eruptions led to the formation of a powerful storm. The STEREO mission helped detect key features, providing new insights into the causes of extreme space weather events.
Researchers will assess how vulnerable coastlines are to future extreme Atlantic storms, which are expected to become more frequent. They aim to develop adaptation strategies that might be implemented before future storms.
New NASA Van Allen Probes observations help scientists test and improve a model to forecast radiation environment changes in near-Earth space. By combining data from the Van Allen Probes with computer simulations, researchers can better predict how particles and energy affect the Earth's atmosphere.
The TRMM satellite's data revealed a large low-pressure center in the Pacific Ocean moving towards California, resulting in over four inches of rain and evacuation orders. The storm then affected Arizona, New Mexico, and eventually the Ohio Valley, with precipitation and snow covering large areas of the Eastern US.
Scientists at MIT and NASA have identified a process in the Earth's magnetosphere that reinforces its shielding effect, keeping incoming solar energy at bay. A plume of low-energy plasma particles slows magnetic reconnection, blunting the sun's effects on Earth.
NASA's Aqua satellite captured visible and infrared imagery of Tropical Cyclone Dylan as it began landfalling in Queensland, Australia. The storm had maximum sustained winds near 55 knots and was expected to dissipate within one day.
A 27-year study found that climate change is a major cause of chick death in Magellanic penguin colonies, with an average of 65% of chicks dying per year. The rising frequency of storms and heatwaves is particularly detrimental to young penguins, who struggle to regulate their body temperature.
The TRMM satellite provided detailed time series data on Tropical Cyclone Ian, capturing its intense rainfall rates of over 169 mm/hour around the eye. The satellite's data revealed a well-defined eye wall with powerful thunderstorms reaching heights of up to 15 km.
Cyclone Ian has been battered by strong wind shear, causing its bulk of precipitation to shift east and southeast. The storm's temperature varied greatly, with coldest cloud tops near -63F/-52C in some areas.
Researchers created image-based mobile phone alerts connected to the Weather Research and Forecasting system to track Cyclone Phailin's progression. This alert system has the potential to save lives and property in India, reaching an estimated 97% of the population.
Leading scientists will examine the western tropical Pacific Ocean's 'global chimney,' which shapes climate and air chemistry globally. The region fuels heat and moisture into thunderstorms that loft gases and particles into the stratosphere, influencing climate patterns.
Tropical Cyclone Bruce is experiencing strong effects of wind shear and cooling ocean waters, leading to its rapid weakening. The NASA Aqua satellite captured images of the storm on December 24, showing a low-level center exposed to outside winds and rapidly decaying.
Research suggests that tropical forests play a crucial role in regulating water flow, with forested land releasing more water than grasslands during the late dry season. The study's findings support the sponge effect phenomenon, which aims to minimize flood damage and maximize water availability in the tropics.
Tropical Cyclone Amara has an elongated eye visible on NASA satellite images, with a maximum sustained wind speed of 80 knots. The storm is in a region of low wind shear and warm sea surface temperatures, allowing it to intensify rapidly.
A massive ejection of material from the sun in 2012 could have created a technological disaster if it hit Earth, short-circuiting satellites and power grids. The event highlights the need for society to prepare for severe space weather events.
A U of A research team has identified a giant cosmic accelerator above the Earth, accelerating particles to near-light speeds within the Van Allen radiation belt. The discovery could improve space weather forecasts and protect man-made systems from damage.
Researchers found that pollution decreases the size of cloud and ice particles, making them linger in the sky. This leads to taller, bigger anvil-shaped clouds that cool the earth during the day but trap heat at night.
Tropical Storm Helen is affecting southeastern India with strong winds, rough seas, and a storm surge of up to 1.5 meters. The storm is expected to weaken as it nears the coast, making landfall in Tenali on November 22.
Ex-tropical storm 30W has re-developed into a low-pressure area near Chennai, India, with heavy rainfall and thunderstorms expected to make landfall within the next two days. The system is moving west-southwest at 9 knots per hour, bringing up to 10 inches of rain to northern Tamil Nadu and southern Andhra Pradesh.
Cyclone 03A made landfall in east central Somalia on Nov. 11 with sustained winds of tropical-storm force, before moving inland where it is dissipating over eastern Ethiopia. NASA satellites captured images of the storm before and after landfall, showing concentrated thunderstorms around its center.
The sun continues to produce mid-level and significant solar flares, including an X1.0 flare on Oct. 27 and an M5.1 flare on Oct. 28, potentially impacting Earth's atmosphere and electronic systems. The recent activity is part of the sun's normal 11-year activity cycle.
The first tropical cyclone of the Southern Indian Ocean season formed on October 27 and dissipated by October 28. The storm was characterized by an elongated low-level circulation center battling wind shear.
NASA's Terra satellite captured visible and infrared data on Lekima, revealing its 20 nautical mile-wide eye with intense thunderstorms. The storm's powerful winds were near 140 knots, extending 55 nautical miles from the center.
Tropical Storm Octave made landfall in western Mexico on October 13, bringing strong winds and heavy rainfall to the region. The storm's remnants caused significant flooding and damage, particularly in the state of Sonora.
A University of Illinois survey found that homeowners are willing to pay for storm-water runoff management to reduce flooding in their basements. The study also showed a strong demand for water quality improvements and environmental benefits, with residents willing to pay for low-impact development approaches.
Researchers found that three insect species altered their mating behaviors in response to falling air pressure, which may reduce injury and death. The study suggests insects are adapted to respond to potential bad weather, impacting not only individual animals but also ecological communities.
A new study investigates why gorgonian corals, which can form a 'canopy' over reefs, appear to be proliferating in certain places. Preliminary data suggests that gorgonian coral density has been increasing on shallow reefs surrounding St. John, even as stony corals have declined.
Tropical Depression Seven strengthened into Tropical Storm Gabrielle just 70 miles south of Ponce, Puerto Rico. The storm brought heavy rains to Puerto Rico and adjacent islands on September 5.
Tropical Storm Toraji is expected to make landfall in Kyushu and move back over open waters in the Sea of Japan. Strong wind shear from the southwest and interaction with the land are not expected to intensify the storm before it makes landfall.
Scientists have observed water ice and ammonia ice in Saturn's atmosphere for the first time. The new findings suggest that clouds of different chemical compositions can coexist, with water ice making up 22% and ammonia ice 55%.