CruiseReady's Weather Lensography
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I Love Weather - Meteorology is Fascinating!
When we were kids, we were somewhat eager for a tropical system to come our way, because it meant we'd get a "hurricane day" with no school. But, it didn't take long to learn that no school was a poor trade-off for the anxiety, damage, and heartache a bad storm could bring.
I took this picture as Hurricane Irene was several hundred miles away. But look how the ocean was already stirred up. That wave crashing way out there at the end of the pier is probably a good 15-20 feet high!
I hope that, by publishing a few lenses about hurricanes, severe weather, and related topics, I'll be able to raise someone's awareness. It's just my small effort to educate and help another person - somewhere, sometime - to be prepared.
page created 02/11/2012
last updated 05/28/12
Contents at a Glance
Are You a Weather Junkie?
(a poll)
Are you a weather junkie? Do you follow the weather on a dialy basis, or just certain weather systems? Or do you just want to know whether to carry an umbrella or put on an extra layer of clothing?
Hurricane Weather Lenses
Living in Hurricane Country
Always be prepared!
Living in paradise has its price. The price we pay for living on the coast of Florida is hurricane season. Each one brings a threat. Sometimes we get lucky, and sometimes we don't.As a result of growing up in a family that came to Florida over a centry ago, I have an intense interest in tropical systems, and follow every tropical wave that dares to develop during the season. We are keenly aware of what CAN happen, and are puzzled by the general lack of knowledge and careless nonchalance of some people with regard to what Mother Nature can do.
Hurricane Winds,
FEMA PD Photo
- Atlantic Basin 2012 Hurricane Names
- A tropical system receives a name when it reaches tropical storm strength, with sustained winds of 39 mph (34 knots) or greater. And, they don't wait until the last minute to choose those names. That decision has already been made.
- Hurricane Predictions for 2012 and 2011 Forecast Accuracy
- How accurate are their predictions six months in advance? Slightly better than 50/50 in most cases. However, it gives us a 'baseline' to go on,
- The Hurricane Cone of Uncertainty - What it Really Means
- You should know what the hurricane cone, or "Cone of Uncertainty," as the National Hurricane Center sometimes calls it, means if you live where you live in hurricane country. You'd be surprised how many people don't!
- 2012 Atlantic Basin Hurricane Journal
- Follow along, as I keep a running account of the tropical weather systems that the 2012 Atlantic Basin Hurricane Season brings us
- Hurricane Hunters - Heroes Flying into the Eye of the Storms
- Mild mannered meteorologists? Not all of them! Some of them climb into airplanes and fly through whirling 100+ mile per hour winds, and right into the eye of the storm!
- 2011 Atlantic Basin Hurricane Season Names
- Names used for the 2011 hurricane seasion, including dates and strengths attained for each storm, as well as which names were new for 2011, which old names the new ones replaced, and why.
- 2011 Hurricane Predictions & 2010 Hurricane Season Forecast Accuracy
- What did they predict, and how accurate were they? See the 2011 Hurricane Season predictions vs. actual activity for three of the premier forecasting organizations. Also: a 2010 season summary.
- 2011 Atlantic Basin Hurricane Journal
- An account of each tropical weather system, as it deveoped, progressed, and dissipated, through the 2011 hurricane season in the Atlantic Basin.
- 2011 Hurricane Season Journal: EPAC
- An account of each tropical weather system, as it deveoped, progressed, and dissipated, through the 2011 hurricane season in the north eastern Pacific (EPAC) basin.
Hurricane Books
Have You Been in a Hurricane?
Disaster Readiness Lenses
Emergency Preparedness
- NOAA Weather Radio
- Every American home in areas suseptible to hurricanes, blizzards, floods, wildfires, andother natural disasters should have a Weather Alert Radio. These are a completely different animal from your normal radio that gets commercial stations that broadcast music, news, and sports, etc. Finid out about these speial radios and why you NEED one.
- Hurricane Preparedness: Your Roof
- There are some things you can do NOW to make sure your roof is in decent shape to better resist wind damage, and to be ready is damage should occur.
- Emergency Prepardeness Disaster Survival Kits
- Recent natural disasters round the world have highlighted the need to have our own emergency response procedures in place for our own families, including your survival kit.
Weather Stations for Sale
Other Weather Lenses
Tornado Waterspout Over Water
by inquester
Although my initial interest in meteorology was focused on tropical weather systems, I am becoming more and more interested in other weather topics. So, this list may eventually grow.
- Drought Monitors to Monitor Wildfire Danger
- Free drought monitors are available on the internet to monitor severity of dryness or drought in your area, and how to use them. They drier it is, the greater the danger of wildfires. Are you prepared?
- Pictures of Hurricanes and Storm Pictures
- Artists and photographers are drawn by the power of nature exhibited in extreme weather like hurricanes, tornadoes, thunder storms, and even floods. The artists of Zazzle are no exception. Here are some powerful images of severe weather, and soulful images produced in its aftermath.
- Win a Project Weather Scholarship
- We need future meteorologists! Rewarding and encouraging excellence in science, local TV stations offer $1,000. cash awards to a high school senior in each county each year. Read about it here, and see if your favorite student lives in a covered coumty.
- Quizzes: Weather Words
- It's all in fun! Seven quizzes about weather vocabulary, of three questions each... and there's a trick to getting all the right answers. How long will it take you to discover it?
Have You Been Affected by a Natural Disaster?
( a POLL)
On this poll, please mark yes if you or your family has been in or significantly affected by any of the following types of natural disasters:
Severe Tropical Storm or Hurricane
Flood
Tornado
Wildfire
Earthquake
Tsunami
Rainy Weather Gear on eBay
Windy Rain Storm
by shopaholicchick
The above print is available at Zazzle
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How's the Weather?
How's the weather in YOUR life?
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karmicchristian
Apr 7, 2012 @ 7:03 am | delete
- Bright and sunny! Wish you sunshine and sweet success too! :)
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Feb 18, 2012 @ 7:19 am | delete
- useful info thanks for sharing this
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JoshK47
Feb 11, 2012 @ 8:51 pm | delete
- Too warm! I was not made to live in Florida... Blessed by a SquidAngel!
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desertdarlene Feb 11, 2012 @ 6:11 pm | delete
- We have great weather here, but we do have fires, but those are mostly caused by man.
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marymc Feb 11, 2012 @ 4:20 pm | delete
- What an impressive lens. So much information that I never thought would catch my attention but it sure has. I lived on the Gulf Coast of FL for 27 years and was fortunate not to have any Hurricanes, although a few big storms related to them came through. Good job here. BTW, I used to take FL seniors on cruises when I lived there. Can you send me links to some or your cruise sites and forums? Thanks.
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My Weather Lensography
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Hurricane Weather Blessings
2012 Hurricane Names
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Thank you, Angels!
I've listed a lens for each of the angels who has blessed my lens about 2012 Hurricane names. Would you like to visit one of them?
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Squid Angel Tipi, Angelic Encounters and Blessing To You!
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2012 Hurricane Predictions
Hurricane Predictions for 2012 and 2011 Forecast Accuracy
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Here's an interesting lens by the angel who blessed the one about the 2012 hurricane season predictions.
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Hurricane Hunters - Heroes Fly into the Eye of the Storm
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Here is a list with a link to a leans from each of the angels who blessed my Hurricane Hunters lens
Pictures of Angels
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Know the Hurricane Cone
National Hurricane Center's Cone of Uncertainty
Know the Hurricane Cone- What it Really Means
You should know what the hurricane cone, or "Cone of Uncertainty," as the National Hurricane Center sometimes calls it, means if you live where you...
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I want to Spend a Summer in Sicily
Before I kick the bucket, I will spend a summer in more...1 point
Who Should I Vote For?
The vote is a cherished American right. Deciding w more...1 point
Winter Snowflake Home Decor
Cuddle up this winter by the fireplace with your w more...1 point
Best Leaf Blowers
I really love the Fall season, beautiful foliage, more...1 point
Mermaid Pictures
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Pictures of Hurricanes and Storm Pictures
Weather has long fascinated us, because we live with it every day of our lives. And severe weather leaves those of us who have lived through it in awe. Mete...
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Lighthouse Coloring Books / Coloring Pages / Pictures
Lighthouse Coloring Books are a relaxing way to sp more...1 point
STEAMPUNK! Snakeskin and Leather Look iPad and iPhone Cases
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2011 Atlantic Basin Hurricane Names
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Egyptian Magic Symbols
Numerous deities and animal cults, symbols and mag more...1 point
Bell Rock Vortex
The Bell Rock vortex outside of Sedona, AZ is one more...1 point
2011 Hurricane Predictions
& 2010 Hurricane Season Forecast Accuracy
Each spring, a number of pro weather forecasting organizations, including the NHC (National Hurricane Centr), publish their predictions for the upcoming Atla...
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McHenry Mansion: Where To Go In Modesto, CA
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Chennai - Popular Travel Destination.
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Brixham - a Pretty Fishing Town
I spent my early teenage years in Brixham, the pre more...1 point
Bald Eagles in Voyageurs National Park - Best Coloring Pages
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More Weather Blessings
Quizzes: Weather Words
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Writing-On-Stone Provincial Park
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Youth necklaces under $20
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Cat Stands and Climbing Towers
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The Good Guy
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Monstro City Fun Page
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A Drought Monitor Shows
Risk of Fire Danger from Wildfires
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Importance of Smartphones to Boost Business Profile on the Web
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