TWSE Explains
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The Difference Between Isolated and Scattered Thunderstorms
Here’s what to expect when the weatherman has it in your local forecastWhen most people think of thunderstorms, they imagine a large, dark storm cloud that pops up in the afternoon and evening, bringing strong winds…
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Layers of the Atmosphere: A Guide to Earth’s Air Zones
As you look up at the sky, the troposphere is crucial in nurturing the clouds above you. But beyond this breathable layer, there are…
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What is the Windiest Place on Earth?
A look at the windiest locales around the worldIn a previous blog, we talked about the windiest cities in the United States. However, there are far windier places on our planet. That…
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Tornado season: Tips and tricks for safety and preparedness
As spring turns to summer, where tornadoes are most likely shifts eastDo you know when tornado season starts in the United States? Many people don’t realize that tornadoes can occur at just about any time…
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History of Thermometers: From Galileo’s Experiments to Today
The history of thermometers is a captivating journey that spans centuries and encompasses the contributions of brilliant minds and scientific pioneers. From the groundbreaking…
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Hurricane Formation: From Tropical Wave to Hurricane
Mother Nature possesses both awe-inspiring and terrifying forces, and among them are tropical cyclones. These powerful storm systems, ranging from tropical depressions to devastating…
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When is Hurricane Season in Florida?
The Sunshine State sees more landfalling tropical systems than any other US stateYou already know that hurricane season can be a big deal if you live in Florida, as it more tropical storms and hurricanes affect…
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What is the Jet Stream?
This current of air through our atmosphere is the reason for our weatherThe jet stream is a narrow band of strong winds in the upper levels of Earth’s atmosphere, and it blows from west to east…
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What is El Niño?
NOAA expects El Niño to return later this year. What this means for US weatherEl Niño is returning this year, with significant effects expected for our weather in 2023. El Niño’s return comes after three straight years of…
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What are Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)?
What we use to build and maintain our homes might make us sick, tooVolatile Organic Compounds, or VOCs, impact air quality, human health, and the environment. These compounds, which include an array of chemicals that vaporize at…