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Why a lens about extreme weather?

I have always been interested in the weather--especially extreme weather. I am fascinated by it. I love learning the different types of weather, weather phenomena, and how it affects civilization. The more extreme the more alluring. I enjoy finding out how storms and conditions develop and what will occur as a result. I can not get enough of the Weather Channel and the stories they broadcast.

In my research I even found information about something that only recently has been given a name-- Severe Weather Phobia I hope you enjoy this lens and my lens about Severe Weather Phobia too.

Enjoy!

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http://www.weatherworks.com/ on Jan. 9, 2009

The Extreme Weather book in the photo can help with understanding the Science of Hurricanes, Tornadoes, Floods, Heat Waves, Snow Storms, Global Warming and Other Atmospheric Disturbances. It is designed for grades 8 and up, the book addresses many facets of our world's current spate of wild weather, but with new perspectives and stunning photography. Global warming / climate change issues are linked to understanding general weather processes. See how to get your copy below.

Super Storm March 12-14, 1993

I was in this one!

We were driving from Michigan to Sarasota FL. We could not make it past Nashville TN. We ended up held up there for two days until we could get through the mountains and make our way to FL. So I spent my birthday in a Hotel!
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Snow Storms/ Blizzards

I was in the Blizzard of '78 too!

We were off school for a week. The snow was so high in Dowagiac MI that we could not open our back door and it was almost as high as the monkey bars on our gym set in the back yard. We kids had a great time during that blizzard. I was in 5th grade I believe. A memory I will never forget!
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Awesome Thunderstorms & Lightning

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Severe Weather Phobia ~ Who has it? What is it & why...

Do you or someone you know suffer from this?

This lens will help explain what severe weather phobia is and why it occurs.
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Be prepared for extreme weather

How can you survive? It is never a bad idea to be prepared. Hopefully you can find something useful here to help you.

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Life Gear LGTF38 LED Flashlight with LED Reading Lamp, NOAA Emergency AM/FM Radio with Alert and Weatherband

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Extreme Weather by JULIE BOLOGNA

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Extreme Weather by JULIE BOLOGNA

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Polyken 438X Extreme Weather FSK (Foil/Scrim/Kraft) Tape: 3 in. x 50 yds. (Silver)

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Get your copy of Extreme Weather by Michael H. Mogil

Michael Mogil is a Meteorologist with extensive background in science writing (trade books, newspaper and web-based features) and teaching; specialized expertise in forensic weather services. Ability to communicate technical information in an easy-to-understand manner.

His Specialties: All aspects of meteorology, written and spoken communication, graphics/exhibit design and photography.

Taken from: Michael Mogil's LinkedIn profile
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Cool Music keeping with the weather theme!

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Books for Children to educate them about severe weather

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Current news about extreme weather

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Severe Weather Alerts Will Be Available Via Text
We lost nearly 500 people in fatalities last year due to natural disaster," said Fred McMullen, chief warning coordinator for the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh. McMullen has dedicated his life to keeping the public safe. When severe weather ...
Weather Extremes Widespread Over Memorial Day Holiday
By Andrew Freedman and Michael D. Lemonick The Memorial Day Weekend brought a rare combination of extreme weather events to much of the US, with everything from record heat to wildfires, plus the most intense tropical storm on record to make landfall ...
Extreme Weather Roundup: Earliest Second Named Tropical Storm, Record-Smashing ...
By Joe Romm on May 29, 2012 at 12:22 pm The US is being pummeled by a climate system on steroids. For the year to date, new heat records continue to beat cold records by a staggering 14.7 to 1, which trumps the pace of the last decade by a factor of 7!
United Water Restoration Group Offers Vital Services for Coping With Extreme ...
While the types of extreme weather vary in... HOLLY HILL, FL--(Marketwire - May 29, 2012) - A recent report from the Wall Street Journal highlights the results of the latest Aon Benfield Global Catastrophe Recap report published by Impact Forecasting.
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Are you prepared for an extreme weather event?

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Yes

Joan4 says:

We do try to stay prepared,especially in the winter. In the south, Ice and snow brings everything to a halt if/when it happens.

Barkely says:

We try to be prepared! Especially in the winter around here we get plenty of snow and ice.

Wednesday_Elf says:

Spent 13 years on the Georgia coast where we experienced one voluntary and one mandatory hurricane evacuation, so, yes, we were always prepared with the basic items, and a listed plan of action for 'leaving' for safety. Today I still keep all my 'important' papers in a 'ready to travel' box and my 'Weather Alert radio' is always plugged in.

Teddi14 says:

I try to keep basic items ready!

No

motorpurrr says:

A little bit, we were out of power for 4 days and with the wood stove was able to keep us warm. but I should really have enough food and water for 3 months at least

Jesus_Freak says:

We could also be more prepared...

AJ2000 says:

I better start preparing, you never know when a wicked storm is going to hit.

WhitePineLane says:

Not as prepared as we should be....

jessicahoward says:

well not really i mean it is an unpredictable things i know because of sattelite and all we can define it but still you cant get on it...still we can make some adjustments....

 

Weather links...

NOAA's National Weather Service
The official source of weather information
Severe Weather Awareness
Get Severe Weather Information. Surviving the Storm: Thunderstorm, Lightning, Tornado Safety Tips & more
NOWRAD Radar Summary
The graphics are meant to help you track storms more quickly and accurately. These images consist of echo top heights, cell movement indicators, tornado and severe thunderstorm watch boxes, and the NEXRAD Storm Table information overlaid onto the mosaic radar imagery.
How are warnings in your area?
Take a survey about severe weather warnings in your area
Weather Underground
Weather Underground provides weather information for worldwide locations, including current conditions, hourly forecasts, radar and satellite maps. Specialized weather products include severe weather alerts, hurricane tracking, ski and sports weather, marine and aviation weather and user-contributed

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Thanks!

  • Moses10 Sep 6, 2011 @ 12:02 pm | delete
    Nice lens, thank-you for introducing me to it.
  • Joan4 Jul 30, 2011 @ 5:03 pm | delete
    Living through Hurricane Hugo was enough extreme weather to last me a long time, but like you, I am fascinated by it.
  • TapIn2U May 15, 2011 @ 2:02 am | delete
    This lens would help us know more about weather changes. And what impact and conditions would it bring to the people who would be affected by it. Good job!
  • howtobuildcredit Oct 27, 2010 @ 7:37 am | delete
    finding out how storms and conditions develop and what will occur as a result, great lens very useful and find it very interesting will credit this and save.
  • Wednesday_Elf Jun 24, 2010 @ 8:47 am | delete
    Weather stories fascinate me, too. I've been on the fringe of -- and even had to evacuate for - a hurricane. Have lived in areas where the Tornado siren would sound, been through a blizzard or two, and even experienced a mild tremor from a California earthquake. Having lived on both the East and West Coast and throughout the Midwest and South, I've gotten to experience just about every form of extreme weather. I've had some rather interesting weather-related incidents occur to me in the past (plan a lens on those stories eventually :). I stay tuned to my weather alert radio, watch the Weather Channel, and have 4 weather sites online I check regularly! I guess you could say I'm pretty much fascinated with, and awed by, extreme weather.
  • nightbear Jul 13, 2009 @ 11:49 pm | delete
    I have always been interested in weather too. I enjoy watching the weather channel sometimes. Great idea for a lens.
  • AJ2000 Jun 27, 2009 @ 11:45 pm | delete
    Living in Windsor Ontario we see some wicked thunderstorms around here. I remember some pretty bad ones throughout the years. Nice lens.
  • Jun 26, 2009 @ 2:01 pm | delete
    Sweet lens! Another weather enthusiasts here! I live in Florida & we have our fair share of extreme weather. I get my interest of weather & development from my Popop who tracked storms. You did a great job!
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Current weather conditions in Niles, MI (49120)

Local Pollen Reports

51°F (Feels like 51°F)

Last update: 5/31/12 8:54 AM EDT

Humidity: 74%
Visibility: 10.0 mi
Dew Point: 43°F
UV Index: 1 (Lawn and Garden Weather)
Barometer: 29.99in falling
Moon: Rush Hour Traffic
Wind: 10mph From: Airport Conditions
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Partly Cloudy
High: 60°F
Low: 49°F
Sunrise: 6:13 AM
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Friday
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Rain
High: 56°F
Low: 48°F
Sunrise: 6:12 AM
Sunset: 9:14 PM

Saturday
Jun 2 


AM Showers
High: 70°F
Low: 52°F
Sunrise: 6:12 AM
Sunset: 9:15 PM

Sunday
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Partly Cloudy
High: 74°F
Low: 56°F
Sunrise: 6:11 AM
Sunset: 9:16 PM

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