Tag: Meteorology
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BMKG Warns of Thunderstorms in Jakarta This Afternoon: Safety Tips and What to Expect
Jakarta Thunderstorm Alert: What to Expect This Afternoon The Indonesian Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has issued a caution for residents of Jakarta and its surrounding areas about the potential for heavy rain accompanied by lightning or thunder this Sunday afternoon. As the weather pattern shifts, the risk of electrical storms can develop rapidly,…
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What Science Says About Super Typhoon Uwan: Size, Strength, and Impacts
Introduction: A record-breaking storm in perspective Super Typhoon Uwan, known locally as Fung Wong in some advisories, has grabbed headlines for its colossal size. At its peak, the storm stretched across more than 1,800 kilometers in diameter, dwarfing many other tropical cyclones this year. While size alone doesn’t guarantee destruction, it shapes rainfall patterns, wind…
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Fast Facts: What science says about Super Typhoon Uwan
Understanding Uwan’s Record Size Super Typhoon Uwan dwarfed many storms this year in sheer width, with a diameter surpassing 1,800 kilometers at its peak. In meteorological terms, size refers to the extent of cloud cover and the gale- or cyclone-force wind field, not just the strongest winds near the center. When a storm’s circulation spans…
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What Science Says About Super Typhoon Uwan: Size, Strength, and What It Means for the Philippines
Understanding Uwan: A Giant in the Pacific Super Typhoon Uwan, also known as Fung Wong in some naming lists, has captured global attention due to its extraordinary size. At its peak, Uwan reached a diameter of over 1,800 kilometers, making it one of the largest tropical cyclones observed this year. Size matters in tropical cyclone…
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How Climate Change May Have Shaped Hurricane Melissa’s Impact
Overview: Melissa’s path and the rapid intensification pattern Hurricane Melissa tore across parts of the Caribbean this week, leaving communities grappling with flooding, wind damage, and long road to recovery. Early assessments show a familiar pattern: a storm that rapidly intensified as it moved over warm waters, then unleashed powerful winds and heavy rain on…
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Artists Of Sky: Benton Exhibition Showcases Beauty, Scientific Importance Of Clouds
Clouds as Art and Inquiry At the William Benton Museum of Art, a compelling fusion of aesthetics and science unfolds in the exhibition Clouds: A Collaboration with Fluid Dynamics. The display pairs striking cloud photography with computational fluid dynamics research, inviting visitors to see the atmosphere not just as a meteorological phenomenon, but as an…
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Predicted Doom? Alaska Storm Exposed by Weather Balloon Cuts
Overview: A Storm Forecast Undermined by Data Gaps The deadly storm that battered western Alaska over the weekend exposed a troubling weakness in weather forecasting: a shortage of weather balloon data. Officials say that budget-driven cuts and staffing reductions have reduced the frequency of balloon launches, leaving forecasters with less information to feed into computer…
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Weather Update: Moderate Rain Expected in Tamil Nadu
Weather Forecast for Tamil Nadu Today, Tamil Nadu residents should brace for moderate rain in some areas, as announced by the Chennai Meteorological Department. The department’s recent press release highlights that a trough of low pressure exists over southern India, contributing to the expected rainfall across the state. Rainfall Predictions According to meteorologists, light to…
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Weather Alert: Extreme Heat Forecast for September 14, 2025
Weather Update for September 14, 2025 Today, the General Authority for Meteorology has issued a weather alert highlighting a continuing mild rise in temperatures across most regions. As we approach the peak of summer, it is crucial to stay updated and take necessary precautions against the soaring heat. Expected Conditions The forecast for today indicates…
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Weather Alert: Extreme Heat Expected Today, September 14, 2025
Today’s Weather Forecast: September 14, 2025 The General Authority for Meteorology has issued a warning for extreme heat conditions today, Sunday, September 14, 2025. As we head into the day, many regions are expected to experience slightly elevated temperatures, requiring residents to take precautions. Temperature Expectations Temperatures are anticipated to rise across most areas, with…