Whenever we see lightning, we assume that a thunderstorm is taking place. Thunderstorms can form anytime to create gusty winds, heavy rain and sometimes even hail. However, lightning is just one element of thunderstorms and one needs to explore the subject in depth to know how they work. Read the rest of this entry »

Natural calamities can take place anywhere and anytime. Tornado is one such calamity that can wreck havoc at a place and in the lives of people residing in that area. However, with a little bit of planning and foresight one can survive even the most ferocious tornadoes that he/she may face. So just read on as we understand what tornadoes are and how they can be dealt with. Read the rest of this entry »

A barometer is a commonly available instrument that is typically used to measure atmospheric pressure through the use of air, water and mercury. Barometers are commonly used in predicting weather conditions where a high air pressure in an area indicates fair and clear weather and a low pressure will indicate a stormy weather. While officially Evangelista Torricelli is credited with inventing it in 1643, Gasparo Berti is also acknowledged as the creator of water barometer around nearly same time. Read the rest of this entry »

Most of us are quite well aware of weather forecasting and the role it plays in the modern society. From helping us to plan our travels in a safe manner to saving us from the perils of cyclones and tornadoes, weather forecasting today serves as a valuable guide in our lives. Read the rest of this entry »

Dynamic weather changes are responsible for the loss of over a million lives every year through storms, tornados and cyclones. Owing to advances in meteorological technology and specifically in local radar technology, warnings can be sent out much earlier today than yesteryears. Read the rest of this entry »

Air travel fascinates many people but the flight may turn out to be a nightmare if one does not take into account, the prevailing weather conditions while flying. More than any other mode of traveling, it is flying that needs a person to take more precautions related to weather. So, it is important to know about the weather forecasts before flying to be at a safer side. In this article you will get to know why is it so important to keep the weather forecasts in mind while flying. Read the rest of this entry »

The word “storm” in itself gives a shiver down the spine. No matter what kind of storm hits a place, the outcome is only one and that is destruction. One of the most common types of storm that people in colder climates often come across is a winter storm. Winter storms have potential of causing serious damage to a place and are typically know to cause electricity outages and major accidents besides other hazards. In case you wish to know more about how to survive a winter storm; just read go through the tips mentioned below. Read the rest of this entry »

When one starts recalling names of all the destructive forces of nature, the one name that often comes on top of our minds is a hurricane. Every year, million of dollars in property and many human lives are lost due to the havoc that hurricanes unleash. Just like storms, hurricanes have the potential to destroy everything that comes in their way. In case you wish to more about hurricanes then read on as we explain how it is formed, when it is formed and how it is different from a typhoon. Read the rest of this entry »

As our cities get more congested and the number of vehicles plying on the streets continues to grow, smog too is becoming an increasingly common sight during the winter months. The word “Smog” is essentially a combination of two words i.e. “Smoke” and “Fog”. It’s a kind of air pollution that may come from a variety of sources such as burning of coal, which would result in the formation of an unhealthy mixture of smoke and sulfur dioxide. Smog, these days is usually a result of vehicular and industrial emissions which when exposed to sunlight may form a pollutant called the photochemical smog. Read the rest of this entry »

Though most people are familiar with weather maps which are regularly shown on television during weather bulletins, only a select few are able to make sense out of them. In case you too would like to know what weather maps portray and wish to read them, then just come with us as we explore the subject in depth. Read the rest of this entry »