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11 hours of logging weather data today. My place has 8” of snow and it just shifted from sugar snow to ice needles. Suppose beware of the pogonip might be warranted but no fog observed here yet.
Hope everyone is making it thru, it’s the only way out I’ve read.
Today is SKYWARN™ Recognition Day!
We are in severe weather season #2. Time to get ready.
If you can't make it to the in person #Skywarn training sessions offered by local National Weather Service personnel, @NWSMorristown now offers a virtual #StormSpotter training website @
In this virtual class, learn about hazardous weather and how to report significant weather to the NWS. Reliable reports help us fulfill our
I'm taking a skywarn class this evening; I might write about it later in my blog, regardless of interest. That being said I think I'll have a chance to talk to an NWS meteorologist. I'm all ears for good questions.
December 4th is...
Cabernet Franc Day - Cabernet Franc is often referred to as the father of another popular wine, Cabernet Sauvignon. This is because Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc forged together to make Cabernet Sauvignon. Cabernet Franc is usually used as a blending grape in Bordeaux. This black grape is usually blended with Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Malbec.
Cookie Day - The English word “cookie” is derived from the Dutch word koekie, meaning “little cake.” Hard cookie-like wafers have existed for as long as baking has been documented. Not surprisingly, they traveled well, too. However, they were usually not sweet enough to be considered cookies by modern-day standards.
Dice Day - The origin of dice is uncertain. However, it is known that they have been around for thousands of years. At the Burnt City, an archaeological site in south-eastern Iran, archaeologists unearthed the oldest known dice as part of a 5000-year-old backgammon set.
International Cheetah Day - Encourages people worldwide to help this animal win the race against extinction. The cheetah is well-known as the fastest animal on earth. This amazing animal can reach a top speed of 70 mph in just three seconds! At top speed, their stride spans 21 feet. The cheetah is a big, slender cat with long legs. Its short fur is yellowish-tan and covered in thousands of black spots. Most cheetahs have between 2,000 and 3,000 spots, which helps to camouflage themselves. The animal’s name comes from the Hindi word, “chita,” which means “spotted one.” These big cats weigh anywhere from 46 to 158 pounds. Cheetahs are the most endangered big cat in Africa. As of 2020, scientists believe less than 8,000 cheetahs are living in the wild. This is a 50 percent decline in the last four decades.
International Spirit Of The Game Day - Encourages communities to discuss and demonstrate good Spirit. It’s also a day for people worldwide to engage in games and activities.
Play Outside Day - Sometimes, life, responsibilities and distractions keep us from spending time in the fresh air as we should. National Play Outside Day is a reminder to stretch our legs and expend some energy in the great outdoors.
Rhubarb Vodka Day - Rhubarb Vodka was originally introduced in the United States of America in 2010 by Maple River Distillery in historic downtown Casselton, North Dakota. Rhubarb grows locally and gardeners love it. The idea grew to infuse Rhubarb into Vodka. The results were an instant hit and the distilled beverage enjoys growing popularity across the USA.
Skywarn Recognition Day - The day honors those volunteers who pay attention when the wind picks up, or the sky turns dark. Their efforts keep their communities safer by communicating warnings to the National Weather Service.
Sock Day - To promote lasting sock matches, the observance dedicated the day to all pairs, even the tiny baby socks who manage to stay paired. We don’t know if it’s animal magnetism (static cling) or chemistry (something in the detergent), but these sock pairs deserve recognition!
World Civil Aviation Day - Civil aviation represents all non-military aviation. It includes flight activities conducted by the private and commercial sectors. Civil aviation helps to improve the social and economic developments of States. The United Nations recognizes that international flight is also an important component of global peace and prosperity.
World Pear Day - Pears are a juicy and sweet fruit that have been around since 5,000 B.C. Due to their versatility and long shelf life, pears became a much-desired commodity among the trading routes of the ancient world.
World Wildlife Conservation Day - Seeks to spread awareness about preserving and protecting the natural world and its inhabitants. Additionally, the observance strives to put an end to wildlife crime and supporting the Endangered Species Act.
Under the Belly of the Storm, Bolivar, MO 4/3/26
As we continue south in the area of Bolivar, Missouri, lightning continues to light up the sky and gives us a sneak peek of the storm clouds. This is just the calm before the real "storm" where multiple tornado warnings are issued later on in the night.
Angry Storm Tries to Hide North of Springfield, MO 4/3/26
We are camped out on the north side of Springfield, Missouri, near MO-13 and I-44. This storm tries to hide as it approaches heading from west to east. You can see a small section in the clouds lowering from the main body of the storm. These types of clouds are commonly misinterpreted as funnel clouds. Remember, funnel clouds have rotation where these clouds don't show any signs of rotation.
As we travel south through the outskirts of Osceola, Missouri, we capture the shape of the storm as it is revealed by the lightning flashes. You wouldn't know it, but this system will later be the bearer of multiple tornado warnings.
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