Tag: weather
The Black Blizzard of 1935: When the Sky Turned to Night
Discover the Black Blizzard of 1935, the devastating Dust Bowl storm that turned day into night and reshaped farming practices across America’s Great Plains.
The Donora Death Fog of 1948: America’s Deadliest Air Disaster
Explore the 1948 Donora, Pennsylvania smog disaster—how a deadly “death fog” killed 20 people, sickened thousands, and mirrored Europe’s earlier Meuse Valley tragedy.
The 1930 Meuse Valley Fog Disaster: Europe’s Deadly Killer Smog
Explore the 1930 killer fog in Belgium’s Meuse Valley—one of Europe’s deadliest air pollution disasters—and what caused the tragic smog event.
The Night Texas Hit 140°F (60°C) During a Thunderstorm
Explore the shocking night when temperatures in Texas soared to 140°F during a thunderstorm, revealing a rare and extreme weather phenomenon that stunned meteorologists.
How Do Tornadoes Form?
Tornadoes are the most violent storms on Earth, with wind velocities that can exceed 200 miles per hour.
An inside look at life at the Mount Washington Observatory
A live Christmas tree, streaming services, a Nintendo switch, and a station cat. Here's an inside look at life at the Mount Washington Observatory.
Why 82% of Mexico is Empty
Mexico’s geography makes it vulnerable to extreme weather events, such as tropical cyclones and floods, that threaten the country’s aging transportation, power, and water infrastructure. Mexico’s economically important coastal tourism sector is also at ri...
Why Hurricane Categories Make a Difference
During a hurricane you usually hear meteorologists refer to its intensity by categories. If you don't know the difference between a category 1 and a category 5 hurricane, The Weather Channel meteorologist Mark Elliot breaks it down for you.
Why Southern Weather Makes No Sense
This explains everything about our crazy Southern weather.