A weather radio is something everybody should have in their emergency preparedness kits. There are many weather radios available, which can make choosing just the right one seemingly difficult. I live in Florida -- a state also known as Hurricane Alley. So, I want the best weather radio I can find. … [Read more...]
Here’s Proof That Food And Weather Go Hand In Hand: 4 Little-Known Facts About Bad Weather & Food
Food and bad weather emergencies are inextricably linked to one another. When hurricanes or blizzards threaten, you can pretty much count on at least one thing -- you won't be finding very much milk, bread, eggs, or bottled water at the local grocery store! As it turns out, there is a much greater connection between food and weather disasters than just long lines and empty store shelves. … [Read more...]
See Why It’s Dangerous And Where It’s Illegal To Drive With Snow Or Ice On Your Car (…Plus How To Remove It Easily!)
I don't drive with snow on the roof of my car too often. I live in Central Florida, where we're lucky to get a light dusting of snow or flurries once every decade or so. But a friend who knows I write about all things weather asked me about the different laws that ban snow on car roofs. … [Read more...]
Snow Shoveling Etiquette: 6 Things You Should Know Before You Start Shoveling Snow At Home
Shoveling snow is one of the toughest parts of living in a 4-season climate. What's tougher still? Maybe it's minding all the proper snow shoveling etiquette. There are so many rules and courtesies about all types of snow shoveling things, such as space saving -- you know, clearing out a spot on a city street near your home to park your car after a snow emergency. … [Read more...]
El Nino Weather Facts: How El Nino Affects Us & Why We Should Care
Most of us have heard about El Nino, but some people have no idea what it means or what it does to our weather. I vividly remember the El Nino weather effects of 1997-1998 -- the event brought storms, record rainfall, and warmth across much of the contiguous United States. During the El Nino event of 2015-2016, record-warm weather blanketed the eastern half of the U.S. while the western regions saw rain and snow, with a reversal of that pattern taking shape for the latter part of the … [Read more...]
Driving On Ice: How To Maneuver Your Car Safely On 5 Types Of Dangerous Road Ice… Including Black Ice
Ice is one of the most troubling and dangerous aspects of cold weather -- especially when icy conditions impact the roads you're driving on! Snow, icy weather, and other forms of cold precipitation cause many traffic accidents. Some 1.2 million road accidents are caused by hazardous weather each year, killing more than 6,000 people and injuring 445,000 others. … [Read more...]
Thundersnow (a.k.a. Snow Lightning & Thunder) – When, Where & Why Does It Happen?
Have you heard of thundersnow? Or, should I say... Have you heard thundersnow? Thunder snow is an alarming phenomena that occurs when lightning (which causes thunder) strikes during a snowstorm. Many people don't usually associate lightning with snowstorms -- which is not surprising. After all, thundersnow is relatively rare. … [Read more...]
What’s The Early Snow Forecast? When & Where Will The First Snow Of The Season Be?
Wondering what the snow forecast is this year? The first snow of the season is something that many people look forward to and others dread. Sure, snow is beautiful and it seems things always look better under snow anyway. But what about scraping ice? And digging out just to leave your home for work, school, or play? … [Read more...]
31 Deadly Weather Facts + A List Of The Most Dangerous Weather Events
I love finding interesting weather facts. The ones that I'm going to share with you in this post (unfortunately) have nothing to do with pretty rainbows, awesome sun dogs, amazing clouds, or beautiful sunsets. These facts cover some of the most dangerous and deadly weather conditions that many of us face each year. I'm talking about rain, snow, cold snaps, heat waves, lightning, hail, strong winds, tornadoes, hurricanes, and other deadly forces of nature! … [Read more...]
What Is Lake Effect Snow & How Does It Form?
If you live anywhere in the Great Lakes area of the United States, then lake effect snow is something you likely experience throughout the colder parts of the year. Lake effect snow is most common among the eastern and southern shorelines of the Great Lakes, which include Lake Huron, Lake Ontario, Lake Michigan, Lake Erie, and Lake Superior -- names often memorized by the popular mnemonic "HOMES." The combination of the warm water temperatures along with the much colder air blowing in … [Read more...]
