The Five Most Intense Hurricanes in U.S. History: A Look at Peak Season Power
Hurricanes have long been a formidable force, wreaking havoc on the United States with their extreme intensity and destructive power. Among the myriad storms that have slammed the coastlines, five stand out for their exceptional intensity and the catastrophic impact they left in their wake. These storms, occurring at the peak of the hurricane season, […]
Understanding Hurricane Impact: Landfall vs. Parallel Track
When assessing the potential impacts of a hurricane or tropical storm, the angle at which the storm approaches the coast plays a crucial role in determining the severity of the effects. The storm’s intensity, forward speed, size, and the shape of the coastline all influence the final outcome, but how close the storm comes to […]
Tragedy Strikes Vermont: Lives Lost in Deadly Flooding After Hurricane Beryl
Central Vermont is reeling from the devastating impact of heavy rainfall and flooding unleashed by the remnants of Hurricane Beryl, resulting in the loss of at least two lives and widespread destruction. The heart-wrenching incident included the complete destruction of the Heartbreak Hotel, an 8-unit apartment complex in Plainfield, situated just east of Montpelier, the […]
Hurricane Beryl: Challenges in Forecasting Small Storm Intensity
Hurricane Beryl’s swift escalation into a Category 4 storm over the weekend highlighted the complexities of predicting intensity for smaller hurricanes. Initially forecasted to reach Category 1 status by Sunday and possibly Category 2 by Monday, Beryl defied expectations by rapidly intensifying from 75 mph to 130 mph winds within a short timeframe. Beryl’s small […]
Hurricane Beryl Live Updates: Cat 4 Storm Ravages Windward Islands
Hurricane Beryl is unleashing catastrophic conditions across the Windward Islands, bringing life-threatening winds, heavy rainfall, and perilous storm surge flooding. According to the latest update from The National Hurricane Center, the storm has inflicted severe damage, with reports of roofs torn off, buildings extensively damaged, and widespread disruptions to electricity and communications. Reports from Grenada […]
Five Things To Know This Hurricane Season
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season starts on June 1, and it’s forecast to be one of the most active seasons on record. Here’s five things to know as we kick off what is likely going to be a hyperactive season. A historic forecast has been issued: NOAA’s recent May hurricane outlook had the highest numbers forecast by […]
Hurricane Season Is One Month Away. Here’s How Things Look Right Now
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season is only one month away, and signs continue to point to one of the most active seasons on record. Atlantic hot tub: The entire North Atlantic Ocean has been breaking daily warm records for over a year, according to University of Miami tropical scientist Brian McNoldy. In particular, the strip of water […]
Category 6 Sets Its Sights Over the Rainbow
This rainbow appears unusually low in the sky because it has formed early in the afternoon, rather than toward sunset. For a rainbow to form, water droplets must be present in the air in front of an observer and the sun must be shining from behind the observer. Rainbows result from the refraction and reflection […]
100 Days Until Hurricane Season: What The Titans Of Seasonal Forecasting Tell Us
An active hurricane season is likely ahead according to the two titans of the pre-season forecasting: warmer than average water temperatures and the arrival of La Niña. Those two are likely to work in tandem to create a busy season. While it is too early to determine the exact number of tropical storms or hurricanes […]
Hurricane Lee To Track Near Eastern New England, Atlantic Canada And Bermuda With Strong Winds, Rain
At a Glance Hurricane Lee has begun its trek northward and its large size means the storm is increasingly likely to affect eastern New England in addition to Atlantic Canada and Bermuda with strong winds, soaking rain and coastal flooding over the coming days. Swells generated by Lee are already producing rip currents and high surf […]