http://ezinearticles.com/?cat=News-and-Society:Weather EzineArticles.com - Trusted By Millions as The Source For Quality Original Articles http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/ Jamaica weather, like the other islands of Caribbean, has a tropical marine climate. It is called marine because of the influence of the sea. During the day the sea is usually cooler than the land. Winds blowing from the sea to the land will help cool the land. At night the land loses heat rapidly and cools down. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:41:03 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Jamaica-Weather-Understanding-the-Importance-to-the-Island&id=3309376 http://ezinearticles.com/?Jamaica-Weather-Understanding-the-Importance-to-the-Island&id=3309376 Unexpected snowstorms have brought rain, sleet, wet snow and sharply colder temperatures to most areas of China in the past several days. China is encountering an earlier and colder winter. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:39:22 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Snowstorms-Bring-China-an-Earlier-and-Colder-Winter&id=3258345 http://ezinearticles.com/?Snowstorms-Bring-China-an-Earlier-and-Colder-Winter&id=3258345 After an exceptionally hot, dry summer, the rain has finally come to Central Texas. Just how much rain will it take to alleviate the current drought conditions? Considering this is the worst drought Central Texas has experienced since the 1950s, the answer to that is difficult to quantify. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:28:20 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Crazy-Weather-From-Coast-to-Coast&id=3272395 http://ezinearticles.com/?Crazy-Weather-From-Coast-to-Coast&id=3272395 Arizona has three principal topographic areas, which control the Arizona heating and air climate. The northeastern section of the state has a high plateau which averages 6,000 feet in elevation. There is a mountainous area which runs from southeast to northwest with between 9,000 and 12,000 feet elevations. The southwestern part of the state features desert valleys and low mountain ranges. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:21:41 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Arizona-Heating-and-Cooling-Climatic-Factors&id=3270562 http://ezinearticles.com/?Arizona-Heating-and-Cooling-Climatic-Factors&id=3270562 New York has a long history of severe weather, including major hurricanes. This article describes the history of New York's exposure to hurricanes and the water and wind damage they caused. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:47:09 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?New-York-and-Its-Biggest-Weather-Problems&id=3250646 http://ezinearticles.com/?New-York-and-Its-Biggest-Weather-Problems&id=3250646 With rumors of 2012 and the rotating axis of the world that will cause many major disasters, super volcanoes are undoubtedly one of the scariest and most fascinating. According to the Discovery Channel there are 7 super volcanoes in the world. United States The Yellowstone Park, Wyoming Long Valley Caldera, California Valles Calderas, New Mexico Indonesia Lake Toba, North Sumatra New Zealand Taupo Volcano, North Island Japan Aira Caldera, Kagoshima Prefecture... Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:12:25 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?2012-Super-Volcanoes&id=3256087 http://ezinearticles.com/?2012-Super-Volcanoes&id=3256087 Passover Plagues-Miracles - Fiction or Fact? Ancient biblical events (Circa 1300BC) are confirmed by a university post-grad study group (Circa 2000AD). In sequential episodes and chapters, fictional characters of ancient Egypt interact with Moses, Pharaoh, et al, followed by a fictional university study group which reviews 21st century scientific findings, artifacts and logic, covering the same biblical events. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:06:09 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Passover-Saga-Myth-Or-History?-(12)-2000ad-Red-Sea-Crossing,-Egyptian-Chariots,-Drownings&id=3225341 http://ezinearticles.com/?Passover-Saga-Myth-Or-History?-(12)-2000ad-Red-Sea-Crossing,-Egyptian-Chariots,-Drownings&id=3225341 Perhaps, you remember during the Beijing Olympics, or just prior to the Beijing Olympics the Chinese government said not to worry they would make sure that there was sunshine during the event. This is because the Chinese have a Weather Modification Office, which specializes in changing the weather. They claim they can make it sunny, rainy, or snow. Recently, this Chinese agency used chemicals to seed clouds and they caused a massive snowstorm, some 32 Billion pounds of snow fell on the city in Beijing. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:21:10 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Chinese-Weather-Modification-Technologies-Continue&id=3224768 http://ezinearticles.com/?Chinese-Weather-Modification-Technologies-Continue&id=3224768 The first Doppler weather radar was commissioned in 1964 by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, or NOAA. When scientists experimented with tornadoes, they quickly realized the 3-cm Doppler was not big or powerful enough to receive and track all of the needed information. They realized this one radar would need improvements. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:00:20 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Doppler-Weather-Radar-Has-Evolved&id=1225120 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Doppler-Weather-Radar-Has-Evolved&id=1225120 Throughout history, many lives have been lost at the hands of severe weather. Meteorologists and scientists alike are always investigating new ways to increase the warning time for these storms, with the hope of reducing the loss of life. In the past few decades, local weather radar advancements have been made, which allow for better accuracy in predicting the paths of these storms, thus allowing meteorologists to issue severe weather reports and warnings earlier than in previous years. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:57:57 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Advancement-in-Local-Weather-Radar-Reports&id=1234378 http://ezinearticles.com/?Advancement-in-Local-Weather-Radar-Reports&id=1234378 The country of Germany is located in Central Europe and has the typical climate of warm summers and cool winters. The climate of Germany is a beautiful blend of the maritime climate of United Kingdom and Northern France and continental climate of Austria and the countries farther east. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 20:38:19 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Climate-of-Germany&id=3206880 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Climate-of-Germany&id=3206880 A weather station, a wireless rain gauge, an umbrella and a hygrometer... what do these all have in common? These useful and enjoyable gadgets concentrate on the weather. Each of these instruments are can be used in or around the home and can add a fun, useful element to your decor. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:04:40 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Wireless-Rain-Gauge-Can-Be-a-Practical-Addition&id=3184773 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Wireless-Rain-Gauge-Can-Be-a-Practical-Addition&id=3184773 The coasts all over the world have an equable climate. It means that they have no extremes of temperatures. The relative humidity remains high throughout the year and these places are very windy indeed. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:03:43 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Climate-of-the-Coasts&id=3186307 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Climate-of-the-Coasts&id=3186307 Experts agree - flooding around Woodstock is the worst seen in years; perhaps even a lifetime. In fact, nine new records have been set due to the rains and flood waters which have ravaged much of Georgia including: Sat, 31 Oct 2009 13:12:05 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Woodstock-Flooding-Worst-Ever-Seen-With-Nine-New-Records-Set&id=3181911 http://ezinearticles.com/?Woodstock-Flooding-Worst-Ever-Seen-With-Nine-New-Records-Set&id=3181911 The climate of valleys is synonymous with extremes of temperatures. In summer these places are quite hot, in winter bitterly cold. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:06:03 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Climate-of-The-Valleys&id=3178961 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Climate-of-The-Valleys&id=3178961 It was after the disastrous strike of Hurricane Andrew in 1992 that the development of hurricane windows and skylights took off the ground. Before the development of hurricane proof windows and skylights, severe storms virtually ripped through the home tearing off roofs, wrecking havoc within the rooms and destroying much of what was inside. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:38:06 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-Use-Hurricane-Skylights?&id=3154373 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-Use-Hurricane-Skylights?&id=3154373 The world's weather is affected by a Pacific ocean-atmospheric cycle known as the El Nino Southern Oscillation (ENSO). Influenced by trade winds, a pattern of rising and falling temperatures repeats itself in cycles lasting from about three to seven years. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 09:31:36 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Mild-Hurricane-Season-2009-Breathe-a-Sigh-of-Relief-(Not!)&id=3113273 http://ezinearticles.com/?Mild-Hurricane-Season-2009-Breathe-a-Sigh-of-Relief-(Not!)&id=3113273 The characteristic features of the climate of the mountains is low temperature, abundant rainfall, low pressure and low relative humidity. Following is a short description of some of the climatic elements found in these climates... Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:50:18 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Climate-of-the-Mountains&id=3173746 http://ezinearticles.com/?Climate-of-the-Mountains&id=3173746 Being a storm chaser is as easy as saying you're a storm chaser, but to really be one, you need to first chase a storm. I mean what kind of storm chaser are you if you never chase? A common mistake people seem to pin with chasers is that we JUST chase tornadoes. This is not true. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:09:25 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Introduction-to-Storm-Chasing&id=2626047 http://ezinearticles.com/?Introduction-to-Storm-Chasing&id=2626047 The characteristic features of climate of the deserts are very scanty rainfall, very low relative humidity and extremes of temperatures. Following is the detail of the climatic elements found in desert climates. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:40:46 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Climate-of-The-Deserts&id=3167003 http://ezinearticles.com/?Climate-of-The-Deserts&id=3167003 A worst case scenario scientific report predicted that we may very well be living on the South Pole in a hundred years. And even though many people find the idea too ridiculous to contemplate there are others that already feel the effects of global warming. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:02:30 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Global-Warming-The-Countries-Most-Affected&id=3109673 http://ezinearticles.com/?Global-Warming-The-Countries-Most-Affected&id=3109673 It is amazing all the public relations which has been created over the global warming issue. It is equally amazing at how every single event that happens in our society and civilization is always attributed some how to this global warming theory. If there are no hurricanes this year, it is of course, because global climate warming, due to human activity has so drastically changed our weather patterns, that things will never be the same. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:50:11 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?If-the-Cold-Snap-Was-Caused-by-Global-Warming,-Then-Its-Irrelevant&id=3128713 http://ezinearticles.com/?If-the-Cold-Snap-Was-Caused-by-Global-Warming,-Then-Its-Irrelevant&id=3128713 Monsoon climate is found in India, Bangla Desh, Thailand, the Philippines, Southwestern Africa, French Guiana and southeastern Brazil. The stations located in monsoon climate experience plentiful rainfall like that of the equatorial climate stations but almost all of the years rainfall is received in summer months. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:55:41 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Monsoon-Climate&id=3120505 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Monsoon-Climate&id=3120505 As the name specifies, the equatorial climate is found at or near the equator. The characteristic features of the temperature, humidity and rainfall are described below. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 11:31:30 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Equatorial-Climate&id=3113954 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Equatorial-Climate&id=3113954 The Earth is able to support life as we know it here because the sun and the atmosphere come together to form the climates in which people are able to survive. Without the sun, the Earth would be a frozen mass and without the atmosphere there would be no water to freeze. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 11:24:50 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Weather-Formations-Are-Created-by-the-Earths-Orbit&id=3113655 http://ezinearticles.com/?Weather-Formations-Are-Created-by-the-Earths-Orbit&id=3113655 When the weather is in a tizzy, and totally out of control, one has to only wish they were somewhere where the weather was always the same, and completely predictable. No snow to shovel, no floods to worry about, and no tornados of hurricanes; no lightning, no ice storms and no nonsense. Okay, that makes sense, but what if you lived in an area that was basically without seasons? Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:24:40 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?I-Want-to-Be-the-Hippy-Dippy-Weather-Man-in-Californias-Low-Desert&id=3114960 http://ezinearticles.com/?I-Want-to-Be-the-Hippy-Dippy-Weather-Man-in-Californias-Low-Desert&id=3114960 Australia has got quite a variety of climates from Equatorial to temperate and from Tropical to Mediterranean. The continent of Australia has got the following five climatic zones. Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:29:23 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Climates-of-Australia&id=3110315 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Climates-of-Australia&id=3110315 Asia is the biggest continent in the world. Due to its great size and extensive area which it covers from North to South and from East to West, a wide variety of climates exist. The climates of Asia can broadly be divided into following types. Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:29:10 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Climates-of-Asia&id=3110303 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Climates-of-Asia&id=3110303 Invented in Italy more than 360 years ago, you can find barometers for sale in many different places. Most barometers achieve this purpose using mercury sealed in a glass tube that has a scale printed on etched on the outsider.These models are particularly useful for sailors who need to know when it is safe to set sail. Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:20:30 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Barometers-For-Sale-Nearly-Everywhere&id=3087598 http://ezinearticles.com/?Barometers-For-Sale-Nearly-Everywhere&id=3087598 At the time of hurricane Ike, I was working as the maintenance man at an assisted-living facility here in my hometown, located approximately 120 miles to the north and northeast of Galveston, TX. On the night of Sept.12, we had pretty well made every provision we could have possibly made for the safety and benefit of the residents. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 07:35:17 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Reflections-on-Hurricane-Ike&id=3017034 http://ezinearticles.com/?Reflections-on-Hurricane-Ike&id=3017034 It has been said that you don't go to Ireland for the weather, however Ireland can experience its fair share of sunshine as much as rain! The climate in Ireland is very much influenced by the warm waters of the Gulf Stream and the southwesterly winds that come in from the Atlantic Ocean. It is fair to say that the Irish weather is very unpredictable. In this article we take a closer look at the Irish weather and just what to expect! For further details please read on. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 16:51:22 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Weather-in-Ireland&id=3061610 http://ezinearticles.com/?Weather-in-Ireland&id=3061610 The continent of Europe can be conveniently divided into five distinct climatic zones. Each climatic zone has its peculiar feature of temperature and rainfall. The following is a brief description of each of them. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:45:10 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Climates-of-Europe&id=3041358 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Climates-of-Europe&id=3041358 Africa has five distinct climatic zones, each having its peciuliar feature of temperature and rainfall. The above is a very short description of different climates found in Africa which gives us an idea about the diversity of temperature and rainfall present in the continent. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:44:47 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Climates-of-Africa&id=3060562 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Climates-of-Africa&id=3060562 The Continent of North America is quite a big continent. It is very extensive in the North-South direction. . Queen Elizabeth Islands in the extreme North are beyond 80 degrees North while the Panama Canal area is less than 10 degrees North of Latitude. This extensiveness has created many distinct climate types wherein the climatic conditions are more or less uniform. I shall discuss each of them one by one. all. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:43:37 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Climates-of-North-America&id=3060575 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Climates-of-North-America&id=3060575 The continent of South America is a very extensive continent in the North-South direction. Its northern most part the Gulf of Venezuela is at about 10 degrees north while the southern most tip Cape Horn is almost at about 55 degrees south of equator. As we know that chief factor affecting the climate of a place is the latitude so we can expect a wide variation in the climate of South America. Interestingly it is not so . The reason being that this continent has a conic shape and it becomes narrower and narrower as we go towards the southern latitudes and due to the combined influence of the Atlantic and the Pacific oceans , extreme variations in the temperatures are not present. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:43:27 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Climates-of-South-America&id=3060590 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Climates-of-South-America&id=3060590 Water has a peculiar quality given to it by the nature. It takes much more heat to warm a given quantity of water than most of the other substances especially sand and Clay. It is precisely this quality of water which is responsible for the generation of the great Indian Monsoon which visits Pakistan and India regularly at almost the same date. Mon, 12 Oct 2009 14:15:54 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Monsoon-of-Indian-Sub-Continent&id=3026730 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Monsoon-of-Indian-Sub-Continent&id=3026730 Through the centuries, nations have battled each other for control, but the weather is an element none of them can control. World leaders realize this and have been banding together to help them predict this essential element of our lives because they all need an accurate weather forecast. Fri, 09 Oct 2009 18:02:07 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Weather-Forecast-Depends-on-World-Data&id=3047663 http://ezinearticles.com/?Weather-Forecast-Depends-on-World-Data&id=3047663 The Philippines was so much devastated by Bagyong Ondoy (Tropical Storm Ketsana). People on Greater Manila Areas were the most affected killing more than 200 people. Filipinos showed their unity by giving donations to the victims. Helping each other in any way they can. Fri, 09 Oct 2009 15:12:18 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Philippines-Amidst-Calamity&id=3020087 http://ezinearticles.com/?Philippines-Amidst-Calamity&id=3020087 Weather observing is a profession that is learned in several different ways. The first way is through the U. S Military. The Air Force has a school which is attended by members of all branches of the military. Years ago the technical school would last 12-13 weeks, then you would move on to your first assignment. Fri, 09 Oct 2009 14:53:12 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Fundamentals-of-Weather-Observing&id=2619642 http://ezinearticles.com/?Fundamentals-of-Weather-Observing&id=2619642 How dangerous are Tsunamis really? Since 2004, when the first big Tsunami occurred, we all realize how dangerous a Tsunami can be. Tsunamis are mainly caused by lifting sea floor and transferring the energy to the water. Fri, 09 Oct 2009 11:56:44 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Dangerous-Are-Tsunamis,-Really?&id=3014267 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Dangerous-Are-Tsunamis,-Really?&id=3014267 Still remaining 246 died in past storms Ondoy, also based on official record this morning Coordinating the National Disaster Council (NDCC). At the briefing held by Defense Secretary and NDCC chairman Gilbert Teodoro, announced that it reached the 42 missing and in five were wounded naman. While the estimated cost of damage is reached P4.7 billion mahigi infrastructure which reaches to P1.5 billion and P3.2 billion in agriculture. Fri, 09 Oct 2009 08:40:55 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Typhoon-Ondoy-Damage-Worth-4.7-Billion&id=3008388 http://ezinearticles.com/?Typhoon-Ondoy-Damage-Worth-4.7-Billion&id=3008388 Be safe while working outside in the hot deadly summer heat. I am from Texas and it may not be the hottest place in the world but it gets pretty hot here during the summer. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 11:38:06 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Simple-Tips-For-Working-Outside-in-the-Summer-Heat&id=2738014 http://ezinearticles.com/?Simple-Tips-For-Working-Outside-in-the-Summer-Heat&id=2738014 A weather expert and Assistant Editor of Pameno.com, weighs in on the Samoa Tsunami and what it means for Americans. Campbell, who normally covers hurricanes and tornadoes for the site, recently wrote a piece a week before the tsunami about what Americans need to know about tsunamis and how to prepare for them. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 09:38:07 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Danger-in-the-Pacific-The-Samoa-Tsunami&id=3013275 http://ezinearticles.com/?Danger-in-the-Pacific-The-Samoa-Tsunami&id=3013275 Recently the southern part of the United States was hit by another natural disaster. Prolonged rain soaked the Atlanta area causing flooding. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 07:58:39 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Response-in-Atlanta-Shows-Improvement-in-Natural-Disaster-Response&id=3013686 http://ezinearticles.com/?Response-in-Atlanta-Shows-Improvement-in-Natural-Disaster-Response&id=3013686 The climate is only one of the many reasons to visit Murcia in this marvelous part of Spain. When you travel to the city Murcia you'll discover that this city is a far lesser traveled holiday location than countless other Spanish resorts. Here you will see fewer holidaymakers and local crowds. Here you'll have the chance to enjoy the ideal, peaceful holiday. Sun, 04 Oct 2009 12:07:14 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Murcia-Weather-Offers-an-Abundance-of-Sun&id=3014689 http://ezinearticles.com/?Murcia-Weather-Offers-an-Abundance-of-Sun&id=3014689 Maybe you live in an area that experiences hurricanes or maybe you just love storm chasing and watching hurricanes develop. No matter what your intentions are, you can be a hurricane tracker right in your own home. All you need is the right software and some background knowledge about tropical storms and categorization of hurricanes. Sat, 03 Oct 2009 10:26:33 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-You-Can-Be-a-Hurricane-Tracker&id=2991343 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-You-Can-Be-a-Hurricane-Tracker&id=2991343 Climate of a place depends upon six important factors which include Latitude, Altitude, Proximity to Hills, Proximity to Sea, prevailing wind direction and prevailing ocean current. These factors must be kept in mind while reading the climate graph of a city. Fri, 02 Oct 2009 16:51:08 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Climatic-Factors&id=2983180 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Climatic-Factors&id=2983180 Disaster risk reduction in identified potential flood prone areas need to focus on extent of exposure and vulnerability. The deadly flash floods rang the alarms for town planners to heed and pay more attention to environmental standards in rapid urbanization and industrialization. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 10:05:10 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Urban-Risks-Flash-Floods&id=2970340 http://ezinearticles.com/?Urban-Risks-Flash-Floods&id=2970340 For centuries, the earth has followed the same weather patterns over and over again. Understanding the nature of a storm and preparing oneself in advance with weather alert technology. Wed, 30 Sep 2009 11:32:15 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Weathering-the-Pineapple-Express-Storm&id=2954764 http://ezinearticles.com/?Weathering-the-Pineapple-Express-Storm&id=2954764 Here are some interesting tornado facts about the way tornadoes are measured and rated. The standard scale that is used to measure the size of a tornado is called the Fujita Scale or F Scale as it is more commonly referred to. The F Scale was devised in 1951 by the Japanese American meteorologist Tetsuya Fujita. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 10:28:29 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tornado-Facts-About-The-Fujita-Scale&id=2987299 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tornado-Facts-About-The-Fujita-Scale&id=2987299 Southern California has had a heck of a summer fire season, but the real fire season comes when the Santa Ana winds blow from the East. These hot East winds are well over 100 degrees, and they are quite dry with very little moisture. They end up drying out the brush that is already on our mountains, and with the extreme temperatures, it creates a horrific scenario. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:06:17 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Santa-Ana-Wind-Fire-Season-Comes-to-Wildfire-Battled-California&id=2998326 http://ezinearticles.com/?Santa-Ana-Wind-Fire-Season-Comes-to-Wildfire-Battled-California&id=2998326 Defined as a rapidly rotating column of air ranging in width from a few feet to more than a mile wide and whirling at destructively high speeds, usually accompanied by a funnel-shaped downward extension of a cumulonimbus cloud. But what are some of the other interesting tornado facts that you never really hear about. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:26:14 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tornado-Facts&id=2965163 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tornado-Facts&id=2965163 Did you know that the weather station on TV is one of the most popular channels, and many people tune in two and three times a day? In fact, it is as popular as the Discovery Channel, or the history Channel. This means people are interested about issues that concern the weather, and why shouldn't they be? Fri, 25 Sep 2009 10:59:11 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Weather-Underground-and-Online-How-to-Write-Online-Articles-About-Weather-Topics&id=2957705 http://ezinearticles.com/?Weather-Underground-and-Online-How-to-Write-Online-Articles-About-Weather-Topics&id=2957705 Unless you are a multimillionaire who has an extreme interest in weather or a major breakthrough in radar technology occurs that would significantly reduce the cost of radar instrumentation, chances are you will never actually own a radar instrument. That's ok though, because there's no need for you to own one as long as you have a working computer and a communication link. Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:28:27 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Weather-Radar-Maps-As-Forecasting-Instruments-For-the-Amateur-Weather-Buff&id=2845180 http://ezinearticles.com/?Weather-Radar-Maps-As-Forecasting-Instruments-For-the-Amateur-Weather-Buff&id=2845180 Using the National Hurricane Center's best post-storm track analysis for East Pacific tropical cyclones, I found that Hurricane Jimena and Hurricane Javier are the only two storms to have intensified the fastest over a 12-hour period, 24-hour period and a 36-hour period. Hurricane Jimena went from a tropical depression to a category one hurricane in twelve hours. Twelve hours thereafter, Jimena became a category two hurricane. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 11:38:19 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Ten-Fastest-Intensifying-Storms-From-Birth-in-the-East-Pacific&id=2867106 http://ezinearticles.com/?Ten-Fastest-Intensifying-Storms-From-Birth-in-the-East-Pacific&id=2867106 Hurricanes are among the most destructive forces on earth. Thanks to Hurricane Katrina, we've all seen the damage they can cause. Do you know how hurricanes come about and why they occur so often in the tropics? Sat, 19 Sep 2009 15:31:25 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Tropical-Storm-Needs-the-Right-Conditions&id=2936941 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Tropical-Storm-Needs-the-Right-Conditions&id=2936941 Many travellers hear the words monsoon and shudder in dread, the last thing they want is a rain drenched holiday. Alas, travelling in the monsoon also has its benefits. Uncrowded streets & tourist attractions, beautiful landscapes and a rare insight in to Nepal's Culture. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 16:35:08 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Monsoon-in-Nepal&id=2852650 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Monsoon-in-Nepal&id=2852650 Climate change should be assessed on the basis of change over long periods of time. It should not be assessed on a single unusual weather event, nor even on several years of anomalous weather. However, for the last decade or so it has become increasingly obvious that the environment is extremely stressed. Wed, 16 Sep 2009 12:54:08 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Effects-of-Climate-Change&id=2840106 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Effects-of-Climate-Change&id=2840106 Did you know that the system for documenting clouds was created in the early 19th century? Luke Howard, weather scientist in 1803, developed a classification scheme. Sun, 13 Sep 2009 00:16:56 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Meteorologists-Interpret-Future-Weather&id=2883505 http://ezinearticles.com/?Meteorologists-Interpret-Future-Weather&id=2883505 Six lists of hurricane names are being used alternately to identify a coming hurricane. These lists are pre-approved by the National Hurricane Center. The hurricane name is retired if the hurricane corresponding to it has caused remarkable devastation. Sat, 12 Sep 2009 16:54:59 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?List-of-Hurricane-Names&id=2881060 http://ezinearticles.com/?List-of-Hurricane-Names&id=2881060 Want to know what the top hurricanes in American history are? After you read this article, you'll know the top 3 that have had a devastating impact on the US. Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:18:35 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Atlantic-Hurricanes-The-Top-3-Atlantic-Hurricanes-in-Recorded-History&id=2814566 http://ezinearticles.com/?Atlantic-Hurricanes-The-Top-3-Atlantic-Hurricanes-in-Recorded-History&id=2814566 I've always wanted to experience snow but after my visit to Japan last year, I realized it wasn't such a pleasant experience. This is probably because I've always lived in a tropical country and to experience snow meant getting wet so staying warm all winter was hard but I did manage with a little help. Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:07:26 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Stay-Warm-During-the-Winter&id=2815108 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Stay-Warm-During-the-Winter&id=2815108 Research and studies all point to increasing frequency and intensity of weather catastrophes. A profile of extreme weather events since beginning 2009 to date bears this out. The worst is yet to come and disaster preparedness already becoming the armed forces' main responsibilities in some countries. Tue, 08 Sep 2009 12:42:13 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Weather-Catastrophes-Increasing-Dramatically&id=2809461 http://ezinearticles.com/?Weather-Catastrophes-Increasing-Dramatically&id=2809461 It is amazing to think that that phenomenon we call the weather is merely effects of the sun's heat interacting with the Earth's atmosphere. The atmosphere strives for equilibrium even though it is heated unevenly by the sun. This causes large masses of air to move, causing various weather patterns. Mon, 31 Aug 2009 20:44:07 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Watching-a-Weather-Pattern-is-Fascinating&id=2845361 http://ezinearticles.com/?Watching-a-Weather-Pattern-is-Fascinating&id=2845361 The impact of climate change on urban areas is reflected in the increased number and intensity of extreme weather events such as heavy rainstorms, typhoons, and hurricanes. The increasing intensity of weather related disasters is becoming more noticeable with unquestionable alarm. Mon, 31 Aug 2009 13:52:41 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Extreme-Weather-Disasters-Intensifying&id=2768292 http://ezinearticles.com/?Extreme-Weather-Disasters-Intensifying&id=2768292 Thunderstorms have ratings just like hurricanes and tornadoes. A thunderstorm is considered severe when it contains any one of the following: Fri, 28 Aug 2009 14:11:00 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Basic-Information-Everyone-Should-Know-About-Thunderstorms&id=2758767 http://ezinearticles.com/?Basic-Information-Everyone-Should-Know-About-Thunderstorms&id=2758767 No matter what your niche is, no matter how bizarre it may seem to some, there are large groups of people on the Internet that share in your obsession. If weather, and the tracking of weather, is your thing, the Internet is like a gift from the heavens. Sun, 23 Aug 2009 07:59:08 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Track-Weather-Patterns-on-Your-Computer&id=2778542 http://ezinearticles.com/?Track-Weather-Patterns-on-Your-Computer&id=2778542 Typhoons are some of the most powerful and destructive storms seen anywhere in the world. A typhoon is a strong tropical cyclone that forms in the northwestern Pacific ocean. Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:16:57 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Typhoons-Asias-Mega-Storms&id=2739261 http://ezinearticles.com/?Typhoons-Asias-Mega-Storms&id=2739261 An anemometer is a mechanism that shows the rate of the wind's speed. The mechanism you can build is a kind of wind speed marker. This kind of maker will be able to show you an approximate of the wind's speed. The power in the wind can be used to produce electricity. But you should figure out how fast the wind is blowing before you can utilize the wind energy. This guide will tell you how to build and utilize a weather anemometer. Fri, 21 Aug 2009 10:48:16 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Construct-and-Utilize-a-Weather-Anemometer&id=2798103 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Construct-and-Utilize-a-Weather-Anemometer&id=2798103 "Everybody talks about the weather, but nobody does anything about it." Mark Twain's famous saying is true in some respects, but we actually are doing a lot about the weather. Thu, 20 Aug 2009 16:34:12 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?We-Can-Do-Plenty-About-the-Weather&id=2783398 http://ezinearticles.com/?We-Can-Do-Plenty-About-the-Weather&id=2783398 I could talk all day about weather. Weather is one of my favorite subjects and I learned about it growing up and later over the Internet. Yeah, I bought a few books about it too. It's one of those things that, as you grow older and get into a career, you wish you had done it instead of your current career. I wish I had become a meteorologist but I've done the next best thing. I have my own home weather station that I forecast my local weather with. Thu, 20 Aug 2009 10:15:21 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Weather-Instruments-For-the-Amateur-Weather-Buff&id=2732185 http://ezinearticles.com/?Weather-Instruments-For-the-Amateur-Weather-Buff&id=2732185 Cloud patterns and wind velocity. When you saw those words, you knew immediately that they dealt with the weather, right? Did you form some sort of image in your mind and did the words bring just a touch of interest or excitement? If your answer was "yes," you may have what it takes to become an amateur meteorologist. Thu, 20 Aug 2009 10:11:06 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Do-You-Have-What-it-Takes-to-Become-an-Amateur-Meteorologist?&id=2732102 http://ezinearticles.com/?Do-You-Have-What-it-Takes-to-Become-an-Amateur-Meteorologist?&id=2732102 In my childhood, I have many wonderful memories of playing in the snow. There is just something about the cold crisp air, a fresh blanket of newly fallen snow, and Christmas lights that, oddly enough, makes me feel warm inside. Thu, 20 Aug 2009 09:57:56 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-I-Love-Snow&id=2778638 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-I-Love-Snow&id=2778638 Weather, weather everywhere...Did you know what kind of weather was coming? If not, you certainly could have even without your TV or computer. With the advent of all the electronic, digital, solar powered weather instruments anyone who wants can become an amateur weatherman/woman or meteorologist. Thu, 20 Aug 2009 09:52:34 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Be-Your-Own-Weatherperson&id=2732279 http://ezinearticles.com/?Be-Your-Own-Weatherperson&id=2732279 Weather fronts are created when moving air masses of different temperatures combine. The boundary that forms between them is called the front, and is created by the most forceful air in motion. Wed, 19 Aug 2009 09:30:30 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Weather-Systems-Are-Created-by-the-Movement-of-Air-Fronts&id=2771247 http://ezinearticles.com/?Weather-Systems-Are-Created-by-the-Movement-of-Air-Fronts&id=2771247 On the Costa del Sol, or Sun Coast, of the Mediterranean Sea, the port city of Malaga in the south of Spain is surrounded by mountains and lies at the foot of the Axarquia hills. Malaga is also bordered by two rivers, the Guadalmedina and Gudalhorce. This environment creates very stable weather for the city and many thousands of tourists take advantage of the more than 300 days of sunlight each year. Wed, 19 Aug 2009 09:02:01 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Malaga-Weather-Forecast-Rarely-Calls-For-Rain&id=2771273 http://ezinearticles.com/?Malaga-Weather-Forecast-Rarely-Calls-For-Rain&id=2771273 I believe it's important to be thankful for all manner of things in life. Fall is a time to be grateful that the mosquitoes and hay fever season are gone with the frost. Tue, 18 Aug 2009 22:42:32 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?10-Tips-to-Get-Organized-For-Fall&id=2769909 http://ezinearticles.com/?10-Tips-to-Get-Organized-For-Fall&id=2769909 Hurricane Ana started out as a mild Tropical Storm with winds of barely 40 miles per hour, but in her 800 mile journey towards the Leeward Islands she grew in strength and potential. Her first major stop at that time was believed to be Puerto Rico or the Virgin Islands and residents of those locations were warned that trouble could be on the way. The Islanders were told watch Tropical Storm Ana's progression, as she got closer each day. Tue, 18 Aug 2009 15:27:40 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Hurricane-Ana-Touches-Off-This-Years-Atlantic-Tropical-Hurricane-Season&id=2766955 http://ezinearticles.com/?Hurricane-Ana-Touches-Off-This-Years-Atlantic-Tropical-Hurricane-Season&id=2766955 There are those of us who would rather make our own observations and forecasts using our own weather equipment and instruments. What kinds of weather station does one need to forecast the weather? Are weather instruments readily available and how much do they cost? Mon, 17 Aug 2009 17:19:39 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Weather-Instruments-That-You-Can-Use-to-Forecast-the-Weather&id=2720555 http://ezinearticles.com/?Weather-Instruments-That-You-Can-Use-to-Forecast-the-Weather&id=2720555 It's HOT in Phoenix, no question. In order to keep cool you need to hydrate yourself with A LOT of water. Fri, 14 Aug 2009 09:08:37 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Can-I-Survive-the-Phoenix-Heat?-Hydrate-Yourself-With-Water&id=2676840 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Can-I-Survive-the-Phoenix-Heat?-Hydrate-Yourself-With-Water&id=2676840 When the HEAT comes through, you better be ready! And it won't be any fun if you're outside. Fri, 14 Aug 2009 08:01:52 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Heat-Wave-Through-Phoenix-This-Weather-is-No-Fun&id=2677565 http://ezinearticles.com/?Heat-Wave-Through-Phoenix-This-Weather-is-No-Fun&id=2677565 The west coast, in general, is known to be very sunny and warm. Arizona and New Mexico are very similar in temperature. They are both known to be places of "dry heat". There are also places in Texas that are very much similar, like San Antonio. Houston, on the other hand, differs somewhat. They have pretty EXTREME weather changes, unlike most states. Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:44:48 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?West-Coast-Weather-How-Does-it-Compare-to-the-East-Coast?&id=2677410 http://ezinearticles.com/?West-Coast-Weather-How-Does-it-Compare-to-the-East-Coast?&id=2677410 Phoenix, Arizona is known for having some pretty HOT summers. The question is, "What is the winter season like?" And it's a very good question, considering people from out-of-state love this place in the winter time! Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:44:43 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Phoenix-Winter-Conditions-Whats-the-Temperature-Like-in-the-Winter?&id=2677320 http://ezinearticles.com/?Phoenix-Winter-Conditions-Whats-the-Temperature-Like-in-the-Winter?&id=2677320 Lightning is a proven killer. It kills an average of 62 people a year in the United States, so you must learn these safety tips to remain ALIVE! Tue, 11 Aug 2009 09:33:58 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Lightning-Safety-Tips&id=2436740 http://ezinearticles.com/?Lightning-Safety-Tips&id=2436740 Lightning is a proven killer. It kills an average of 62 people a year in the United States, so you must learn these safety tips to remain ALIVE! Thu, 06 Aug 2009 15:58:04 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Indoor-Lightning-Safety-Tips&id=2436740 http://ezinearticles.com/?Indoor-Lightning-Safety-Tips&id=2436740 Weather observing is a profession that is learned in several different ways. The first way is through the U. S Military. The Air Force has a school which is attended by members of all branches of the military. Years ago the technical school would last 12-13 weeks, then you would move on to your first assignment. Wed, 29 Jul 2009 08:58:19 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Fundamentals-of-Weather-Observing&id=2619642 http://ezinearticles.com/?Fundamentals-of-Weather-Observing&id=2619642 So what exactly are the chances that Florida would get hit by hurricanes 8 times in 14 months? Or that my part of the state would get a direct hit 3 times in 13 months? Thu, 23 Jul 2009 10:40:14 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Florida-Hurricane-Central&id=89487 http://ezinearticles.com/?Florida-Hurricane-Central&id=89487 Wireless weather stations are gadgets for determining the weather, temperature, air pressure, humidity, and other weather factors. Wireless weather stations are great for the home or office with professional units having PC connections and related software. Wed, 22 Jul 2009 12:54:01 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Wireless-Weather&id=1086811 http://ezinearticles.com/?Wireless-Weather&id=1086811 A wireless weather station keeps track of the weather conditions outside from a standalone unit located inside your home. Every facet of the weather can be measured using wireless weather stations including air pressure, temperature, wind speed and direction, rainfall and rainfall rate. Wed, 22 Jul 2009 12:53:49 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Wireless-Weather-Stations-The-New-Age-of-Weather-Forecasting&id=1422193 http://ezinearticles.com/?Wireless-Weather-Stations-The-New-Age-of-Weather-Forecasting&id=1422193 Fast on the heels of hurricane Gustav, Hurricane Ike has now torn across the Caribbean and slammed into Cuba. Where next for Ike? And how do these Hurricanes form? Wed, 22 Jul 2009 12:52:48 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Hurricane-Ike-Give-the-Caribbean-a-Break&id=1476660 http://ezinearticles.com/?Hurricane-Ike-Give-the-Caribbean-a-Break&id=1476660 Hurricane Gustav formed on the 25th August and has raced across the Atlantic and exploded from a tropical storm to a category 4 hurricane in just 12 hours. Saffir-Simpson Hurricane categories: Wed, 22 Jul 2009 12:52:27 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Explosion-of-Hurricane-Gustav&id=1456795 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Explosion-of-Hurricane-Gustav&id=1456795 Can the destructive, violent nature of a hurricane be changed? Perhaps if anybody can successfully attempt to do this, the "techno-gifted" Bill Gates can. Wed, 22 Jul 2009 11:08:30 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Can-Hurricanes-Be-Stopped?&id=2637512 http://ezinearticles.com/?Can-Hurricanes-Be-Stopped?&id=2637512 When thinking about natural disasters, our minds usually turn to images of floods, hurricanes, earthquakes and the like that create a pretty good show while they are devastating the countryside and people. Reports about the damages caused by such disasters will sometimes give a fleeting mention of crop destruction, but you don't hear much more about agricultural disasters until you get to the supermarket and see increased prices for some items. Crops are vulnerable to all types of catastrophe. Tue, 21 Jul 2009 15:45:30 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Agricultural-Disaster-and-Famine&id=913288 http://ezinearticles.com/?Agricultural-Disaster-and-Famine&id=913288 For those who live in the Northern Latitudes in the United States summer is a great time of year, it is warm outside and very nice. It's easy to live life and enjoy the great weather. However, for those people that live in the desert regions of our country or in places where it is very hot they spend much of their time in the air-conditioning of their homes and their cars. Tue, 21 Jul 2009 15:24:05 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Heat-is-a-Bummer-So-Stay-Cool-in-Summer-Cool-is-Not-Really-a-Four-Letter-Word&id=2634988 http://ezinearticles.com/?Heat-is-a-Bummer-So-Stay-Cool-in-Summer-Cool-is-Not-Really-a-Four-Letter-Word&id=2634988 Australia continues to battle ongoing drought. Is is global warming? How bad is it? Is recycled water the answer? Tue, 21 Jul 2009 15:18:52 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Australias-Ongoing-Drought&id=422783 http://ezinearticles.com/?Australias-Ongoing-Drought&id=422783 The Orlando Climate is sub tropical. The weather tends to be warm and humid. The climate is influenced by several factors. The Gulf Stream and the city's proximity to the Tropic of Cancer affect the climate. The low elevation of the city adds to the humidity level. There are two basic seasons in Florida: a hot summer season and cooler winter season. Tue, 21 Jul 2009 14:44:03 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Information-on-the-Orlando-Climate&id=517025 http://ezinearticles.com/?Information-on-the-Orlando-Climate&id=517025 This article talks about how snow forms and the dangers it can create. An example is made of the Chinese winter storms in 2008. Mon, 20 Jul 2009 16:09:28 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Chinese-Snow-Disaster&id=2031355 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Chinese-Snow-Disaster&id=2031355 The deadliest ever tornado was the 'Tri-State' tornado that passed through Missouri, Illinois and Indiana on March 18th 1925. During its 3.5 hour life this tornado killed 695 people along its 219 mile path. Mon, 20 Jul 2009 15:37:44 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?23-Things-You-May-Not-Care-About-Tornadoes!&id=949027 http://ezinearticles.com/?23-Things-You-May-Not-Care-About-Tornadoes!&id=949027 If you were to see a tornado, what would you do? Run for cover? Stop and stare? Grab the camera and start filming? Why are we so fascinated by these deadly killers? Mon, 20 Jul 2009 15:36:40 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tornadoes-Why-We-Love-These-Killers&id=1415719 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tornadoes-Why-We-Love-These-Killers&id=1415719 Stratocumulus clouds are one of the most common worldwide clouds and are an excellent indicator of moisture content in the lower atmosphere. Stratocumulus is a low cloud, with its base usually below 7000 ft. It forms patches, sheets or extensive layers of grey and white cloud and has a ragged appearance along its upper surface but may have a flat, well-defined base. Mon, 20 Jul 2009 15:31:03 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Stratocumulus-Clouds-Low,-Lumpy,-and-Dull&id=1871099 http://ezinearticles.com/?Stratocumulus-Clouds-Low,-Lumpy,-and-Dull&id=1871099 Copyright 2009 EzineArticles.com - All Rights Reserved.