There’s a tornado watch today where I live and the weather is threatening. Don’t know about you, but I find it hard to concentrate when storms are headed in our direction and there’s thunder rumbling in the distance. Fortunately, we have lots of lensmasters with informative lenses about tornadoes and other weather events, lenses to inform the curious and to help those of us potentially in harm’s way to prepare.
Here’s a list of several such lenses, along with a few more on the “fun” side just to lighten the subject – and brighten the skies a bit.
1. Surprisingly Unexpected Disasters
I grew up knowing what it was like to be woken up in the middle of the night, grabbing a favorite doll and running to the basement or cellar to escape a tornado. I also grew up knowing tornadoes only happened in Tornado Alley. Though I have been blessed to…
2. A Winter Tornado? Not As Rare As You Might Think
Winter tornadoes are not as rare as you might think. In fact, tornadoes can strike at any time of the year. The belief that tornadoes can only happen during the summertime is a common misconception that many people have. I used to be in that group myself….
This lens is a collection of some of the best tornado photographers and videographers. The world of storm chasing has changed a lot since I first made this lens. Live streaming while chasers are out on the road has become available. Social media has radica…
4. Hurricanes, Typhoons, Tornados–Dangerous Winds: How to Prepare
Hurricane Sandy recently clobbered the U. S. East Coast – and combining with an already nasty incoming cold- front and storm system, the weather newscasters were calling it a ‘Frankenstorm – just in time for this year’s Halloween and the U. S. Presidential…
This website provides news and information of current tornado updates and is essential for those interested in tracking , as well as those who are casually interested in what has been happening. Following the links below, track current storm warnings using…
When looking at a survivalist’s bug- out- bag, I’m reminded of a camping bag we used to pack for boy scouts. The only difference is a boy scout would not always pack a 9mm or a rifle. They may not pack food that would have a shelf life of two or more years…
7. Strange Weather Folklore and Facts and How to Predict Weather at Home
With talk of climate change, global warming, and unusual weather events, some may wonder if there is a way that we can predict weather from home. The answer is yes, whether you use weather prediction folklore like wooly bear caterpillars, pig spleens or sh…
Do you know a weather kid one who wants to know all about the weather? How does the wind blow, why does it rain, and where do hurricanes come from? Happy day – that’s a kid with a natural interest in meteorology! Feed their curiosity with weather books for…
