Wind Energy Doesn't Work in the Northwest, Either
No surprise here. Meteorologist Dr. Cliff Mass analyzes the collapse of wind energy when the cold wave reached Washington-Oregon and the surround area.
The East Coast Severe Weather Threat is Over
Midnight: The East Coast Threat for Tornadoes and Severe Thunderstorms Has Ended 3:50pm. Tornado watch for the Middle Atlantic Region. 2:30pm Tornadoes are also forecast in the South. 2:20pm. A couple of tornadoes, hail and wind gusts to 65 mph are possible with these storms. This includes NYC and Philadelphia. 1:05pm. The tornado risk has been extended northward into New York. The brown area has a significant risk of tornadoes. Remember: if a tornado warning is issued, go to your basement and get under heavy furniture like a pool table. Of, if your basement is finished, get into the bathroom. Go ahead an put a couple of water bottles and, if appropriate, diapers in your shelter area. Wear shoes. If you don't have a basement or safe room, go to the lowest floor and get into a bath or closet in the middle of your home. Children should be put in the bathtub. I'll update later today.
Mike, I respectfully ask you to check with your NWS contacts about the IDSS program referenced by Mr. Graham. This paradigm shift in the NWS occurred roughly the same time warning verification began to slide. It effectively changed meteorologists time and resources away from weather science toward partner support, social media interaction and the production of graphics. Also, you are on the right track with forecaster training. What used to be a several week residency course for radar and warning operations in Norman, OK changed to on-line learning many years ago, with predictable results.
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