Weather and Climatology
In this episode we focus on Extreme Weather. Each year, the United States averages 10,000 thunderstorms, 5,000 floods, 1,300 tornadoes and 2 Atlantic hurricanes, as well as widespread droughts and wildfires. Weather, water and climate events, cause an average of approximately 650 deaths and $15 billion in damage per year and are responsible for some 90 percent of all presidentially-declared disasters. About one-third of the U.S. economy – some $3 trillion – is sensitive to weather and climate. The broadcast meteorologist is the face and personality that people turn to for weather information.
This episode was produced by Joseph Ragusa, '20, anchored by Joseph Ragusa '20 and Alice Warford '20. Contributing reporters were- John Boccardi '20, Miguel Catarino '20, Ryan Donnery ' 19, Tyler Hawkins '20, James Sirico, '19, Pat Hickey '20, Dean Kapica '19, Joe Ragusa '20, James Stuetz '20, Alice Warford '20, Nick Veltri '19, Sydney Roell, '19 Justin Avella, 19, Sean Martin , 19 and Tom Rubino, '19.
Hurricanes |
Tornados |
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If you have never been in a severe hurricane and have no idea what to do if one occurs Tyler Hawkins and James Stuetz explain in this next story some of the factors that make a hurricane dangerous. Hurricanes are by far most common in the Pacific Ocean, with the western Pacific being most active. In some years, the Philippines are struck by more than 20 tropical storms and typhoons. Hurricane season in the Atlantic runs from June 1 to November 30. By Tyler Hawkins '20, James Stuetz '20
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By now all of you have heard about the most recent Tornado and its devastation in Alabama. Here are Sydney Roell and John Boccardi talking about the effects of tornadoes and how to stay safe if you are ever caught in an area where tornadoes occur. Listen carefully at the end of their broadcast where they give you information on how you can help those affected.
By Sydney Roell '19, and John Boccardi '20. |
Earthquakes and Tsunamis |
Blizzards |
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Natural disasters affect people's lives in more ways than one. I share information on Earthquakes and tsunamis which can create billions of dollars in damage and destroy lives. Time and time again, we watch on the news as disasters strike. Although we can do nothing to prevent them, we can do everything in our power to be prepared for them
By Alice Warford '20, |
In the United States, the National Weather Service defines a blizzard as a severe snowstorm characterized by strong winds causing blowing snow that results in low visibilities. The difference between a blizzard and a snowstorm is the strength of the wind, not the amount of snow. In this episode, Pat Hickey discusses the effects of blizzards and ice storms and how to prepare if there is one in your area. By Pat Hickey '20
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Droughts and Wildfires
California was declared drought free for the first time in 7 years. California weather is nothing if not changing frequently, and good or bad weather cycles appear to be the new norm for the state. Joe Ragusa and Ryan Donnery give us some information on the droughts and wildfires in California. They share what these weather conditions are, how they happen and how to stay safe. By Joseph Ragusa '20, Ryan Donnery '19.