Weather Tidbits: Frost Quakes
We'll be discussing frost quakes in this addition of Weather Tidbits. A frost quake can feel like or be mistaken for an actual earthquake, but the way they occur are both different. An earthquake results…
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Weather Tidbits: Advection Fog
We'll be discussing advection fog in this addition of Weather Tidbits. Advection fog forms when relatively warm and moist air moves over a relatively colder surface. Many time the cold surface in question will have…
Weather Tidbits: Melting Snow Below Freezing
We'll be discussing why snow can melt at below freezing temperatures in this edition of Weather Tidbits. Even when measured above ground air temperatures are below freezing, snow can melt if the sky is sunny.…
Weather Tidbits: Melting Snow vs Sleet
We'll be discussing the melting of snow versus the melting of sleet and ice in this edition of Weather Tidbits. Snow and sleet both have different rates of melting do to their different structures. Snowflakes…
Weather Tidbits: Winter Safety Tips
This edition of Weather Tidbits will be discussing general winter safety tips when facing cold weather, snow, and ice. Outside, be sure to dress appropriately for the cold. Limit time outdoors if temperatures and wind…
Weather Tidbits: Freezing Rain Impacts
We'll be discussing freezing rain impacts in this edition of Weather Tidbits. When it comes to ice, it does not take a lot to cause problems. An ice accretion between 0.01" and 0.1" is a…
Weather Tidbits: Winter Heating Safety
We'll be discussing various safety tips when heating your house during winter in this edition of Weather Tidbits. First, if you are using portable heaters, make sure to turn them off when away or sleeping,…
Weather Tidbits: Snow Squalls
This edition of Weather Tidbits will be discussing snow squalls. Snow squalls are bands of snow that come through in a short duration of time, but can produce very heavy snow rates. Snow squalls are…
Weather Tidbits: Winter Driving Safety
We'll be discussing winter driving safety in this edition of Weather Tidbits. When it comes to driving in the cold and snow, there are a few factors to think about when regarding safety. First, check…
Weather Tidbits: Average First Snow Climatology
We'll be discussing average first snowfall in this edition of weather tidbits. The date of the average first snowfall is heavily dictated by elevation and latitude. For the higher terrain from Montana through Wyoming and…
Weather Tidbits: Cloud Seeding
We'll be discussing cloud seeding in this edition of Weather Tidbits. Cloud seeding is a process that attempts to enhance precipitation from clouds. It can be a bit effective on a small scale, but not…
Weather Tidbits: Why Meteors Burn in Earth's Atmosphere
We'll be discussing why meteors burn when entering the Earth's atmosphere in this edition of Weather Tidbits. When meteors enter earth's atmosphere, they do so very fast at tens of thousands of miles. This causes…
Weather Tidbits: Downed Power Line Safety Tips
We'll be discussing downed power line safety in this edition of Weather Tidbits. Power lines can be brought down by high-end wind events. If you see a downed power line on the street, you should stay…
Weather Tidbits: Weather's Impact on Fall Foliage
We'll be discussing the weather's impact on fall foliage in this edition of Weather Tidbits. The loss of daylight is the number one cause of color change, though the weather has a secondary effect in…
Weather Tidbits: Rapid Intensification
We'll be discussing rapid intensification of tropical cyclones in this edition of Weather Tidbits. Rapid intensification refers to the quick strengthening of a tropical cyclone. Specifically, it's when there is at least a 35 mph…
Weather Tidbits: Frost Climatology on Delmarva
We'll be discussing the approximate frost climatology on Delmarva in this edition of Weather Tidbits. Frost can form when above ground temperatures drop into the 30s on a clear, calm night. A general above ground…
Weather Tidbits: Red in Morning, Sailors Take Warning; Red at Night, Sailor's Delight
We'll be discussing the weather folklore that says red in the morning, sailors take warning; red at night, sailor's delight in this edition of Weather Tidbits, and whether this has any merit. Most storms, but…
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