A derecho storm is similar to a tornado in that it can be just as damaging, powerful, and deadly. See how a derecho wind storm is different from a tornado — plus photos from derecho storms.
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What’s Up With All The Weird Weather Lately? 7 Strange Weather Phenomena Explained… See How & Why They Happen
Here are 7 weird weather events we’re hearing about lately — deadly heat, record rain, monster hurricanes, firenados, record snowfall, chemtrails, and weird clouds.
Weather-Related Halloween Costumes You Can Make Yourself (…More Than 50 Unique Ideas!)
Fun Halloween costume ideas for a weatherman (or a weatherman wannabee). Think along these lines: hurricane, sun, flood, mother nature, global warming, earth day, hail, clouds, snow globe, el nino, weatherman, tsunami, rain, snow, mother earth, blizzard, lightning, wind, stormy weather, rainbow, tornado, weather forecast, snowman, snowflake, wind turbine and solar panel costume ideas!
Top 10 Survival Kits (…And Why Everyone Should Have One)
Here’s a summary of some of the best survival gear and survival kits for those who enjoy the great outdoors. You’ll find the Top 10 Survival Kits for home, work, and travel… as well as the 8 Best Survival Tools that could save your life.
My Review Of The Midland WR-120 Weather Radio + 5 Tips For Buying Weather Radios
I’m a weather bug living in Hurricane Alley, and I recently bought a Midland WR-120 weather radio. Here’s why I think it’s one of the best weather radios.
31 Deadly Weather Facts + A List Of The Most Dangerous Weather Events
The most dangerous weather events are lightning, tornadoes, winter storms, extreme heat & floods. These 31 deadly weather facts prove it! Protect yourself.
Where Is Tornado Alley? Here’s What You Need To Know
Where is Tornado Alley? What about Dixie Alley, Hoosier Alley and Carolina Alley? Here’s an updated Tornado Alley map plus Tornado Alley facts & safety tips
You Want Tornado Facts? Here Are 20 Interesting Things About Tornadoes I Bet You Didn’t Know
What color are tornadoes? What makes the tornado noise that sounds like a freight train? Does it really rain frogs during tornadoes? Plus 17 other tornado facts to answer all your tornado questions.
When Is Tornado Season? Tornado Facts + Answers To Your Top Tornado Questions
When is tornado season? What causes tornadoes? Are overpasses safe if you’re in your car during a tornado? Find answers to these tornado questions and more.
How To Measure Wind Damage From Tornadoes, Hurricanes & Other Storms
Wind damage can be caused by many types of weather storms, including hurricanes and tornadoes. Here are the types of scales that meteorologists and other weather scientists use to measure winds from storms, plus how they measure the damage that is sustained.
What Is A Microburst? See How Microbursts Are Different From Tornadoes
What is the difference between a microburst and tornado? While both pack a strong punch, they are two very different types of weather phenomena. In this article, you will learn how they differ from each other, how microbursts, and many other exciting facts.
See Why An Overpass DOESN’T Make A Good Tornado Shelter!
Have you seen the famous tornado video of a TV film crew taking shelter under an overpass during a tornado? These videos show why an overpass is NOT a good tornado shelter when you’re driving in your car. Overpasses are death traps during tornadoes.
How To Avoid Getting Struck By Lightning Whether You’re Inside Or Outdoors
Getting struck by lightning is no joke. Here’s how to avoid getting struck by lighting when you’re outside, as well as extra tips for protecting yourself when you’re indoors during a lightning storm.
Avoid That Squall Line! It’ll Bring Rain, Lightning, Heavy Wind & Other Severe Weather
A squall line can produce heavy rain, hail, lightning, strong wind, and tornadoes.
5 Of The Most-Popular Tornado Movies You’ve Got To See
Tornado movies can be exciting to watch. Even the not-so-good ones are at the least amusing. Check out this list of 5 tornado movies and find out if any of the stuff you see in these movies can happen in real life.
Lifesaving Tornado Shelter And Safety Tips: All The Best Ways To Stay Safe During The Storm!
Finding the right kind of tornado shelter is the only way to stay safe when a tornado threatens. Here are the safest place to be whether you’re at home, in school, out shopping, at work in a high-rise building, in a mobile home, or out driving in your car.
Take These Fun Weather Quiz Tests To See How Much You Know About The Weather
Bored? Not a great day to be outdoors? You can stay entertained indoors with these challenging and fun weather quiz tests.
These Incredible Tornado Videos Will Blow Your Mind!
These 5 tornado videos will remind you of the amazing power and destruction tornadoes can unleash.
Deadly Tornadoes: 10 Tornado Events We’ll Never Forget
Tornadoes have been striking throughout the course of recorded United States history. But the 10 tornado events known as the deadliest to strike the nation killed people and destroyed homes by the dozens — and sadly hundreds.
4 Awesome Weather Books For Kids
Weather books for kids will help children understand and learn more about the weather — and may help encourage some young weather lovers to pursue a career in meteorology!
The Fujita Scale: A Weather Tool Which Measures Tornado Destruction
Tornadoes are violent, destructive storms whose strength and might can be measured with the Fujita scale. The Fujita scale, often called the F-scale, was devised by famous meteorologist Dr. Tetsuya Theodore “Ted” Fujita.
Cumulonimbus Clouds & Nimbostratus Clouds: Rain-Makers That Can Bring Severe Weather
Cumulonimbus clouds are a common type of rain-making cloud. Many can climb tens of thousands of feet into the sky and can be seen from dozens of miles away. Any cloud which produces precipitation (like rain, sleet, and snow) are referred to as nimbus clouds, with cumulonimbus clouds and nimbostratus clouds being among the most common of the clouds which produce precipitation.
Tornado Safety Tips For Winter Nighttime Tornadoes — Among The Deadliest Known!
Stay alert! Winter tornadoes at night tend to happen mostly in the winter. Use these tornado safety tips that could save your life.
FEMA For Kids Provides Fun Weather Activities For Kids Online
FEMA for Kids is a safe online resource for games, weather and disaster information. It’s also one of the few kids weather sites that also has fun weather activities for kids online.
How To Survive The Storm: Invest In Emergency Survival Kits!
One of the most important things you can have in your home is a survival kit that will help keep you and your loved ones safe when severe weather strikes. Here’s what to include in your home survival kit.
Tornado Shelters & Safe Rooms: Choosing The Best Storm Shelter For Your Home
A tornado room — or safe room — is built inside your home, while a tornado shelter is separate from the home and can either be built underground or above ground. Both rooms and shelters can protect you from winds up to 250 mph and from flying objects moving at 100 mph. By the way, it’s the missile-like flying objects that are the most dangerous effect of tornadoes!
Tornado Watch vs Tornado Warning: What To Look For & How To Stay Safe
Here we explain the difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning, including the different intensities of tornado damage — from F1 to F5 — and what you can expect. Plus how to stay safe during a tornado
Should You Open Windows During A Tornado Or Hurricane?
Do you know if you’d be safer opening the windows in your home during a tornado or hurricane or not? Find out here.
How To Be A Storm Chaser Or Weather Spotter For The National Weather Service
You’ve seen storm chasers and weather spotters featured on the local and national news. Plenty of times, right? Ever wonder how you can become an official weather spotter for the National Weather Service? Well, I did it. I became an NOAA weather spotter. Here’s how…
Watch For Emergency Broadcast Text Messages From The FCC On Your Cell Phone
Soon, the FCC will begin broadcasting emergency alerts via text messages on cellphones nationwide. Think: hurricane warnings, Amber alerts, terrorist attacks, earthquakes, tornadoes, and more. This is a good thing. Here’s why…
Weather Radar: The Best Places To Track Storms On The Web
Do you want to track the big thunderstorms just like the pros? You can using the links found here!
NOAA Weather Radios: Why You Need One & Which Are The Best
You MUST have a NOAA Weather Radio. You simply MUST. Here’s why, plus the best weather radios to choose from.
How To Make A Temporary Roof If Yours Gets Damaged By A Hurricane, Tornado, Or Severe Weather Storm
Here are the best instructions I could find for making temporary roof repairs in the event that a storm — like a hurricane or tornado — has crossed paths with your house. See how to fix your damaged roof using a tarp and some boards.
Survival Tactics: What To Do If You Find Yourself Stranded
Do you know how long you can survive without food? Without shelter? Without water? Without air? You should teach everyone in your family The Rule of Threes in case you ever find yourself stranded and seeking rescue.
