Hurricanes
Hurricanes: What do You Know?
Are hurricanes getting stronger? Are there more hurricanes than in the past? These are some of the questions you'll find answers to in this extensive article all about hurricanes.
Are We Ready... Hurricane Program
The recent past has delivered large and powerful hurricanes to our area with dramatic effects. This video program helps you get ready for the next one. See a simulation of what storm surge could do to downtown Mobile.
Mobile's Hurricane History
Do you remember the hurricanes of 1906, 1916, and 1926? Do the names Danny, Georges, Ivan, and Katrina bring back memories? We live in hurricane territory and we have to know our past to have a chance in the future.
Hurricane Myths
Is the northeast quadrant where you get the worst part of a hurricane? Should you crack open a window when a storm is coming? Learn the facts, not the myths. The fact could protect you while the myth might get you hurt.
Hurricane Katrina
Hurricane Katrina was the most deadly US hurricane in modern history. It took hundreds of lives and produced record storm surge along the central Gulf Coast. Read more and see pictures of this powerful storm.
Hurricane Ivan
Hurricane Ivan was an expensive and deadly storm. It reminded us how devastating tropical storms can be, even far inland where wind can be strong.
Hurricane Dennis
Hurricane Dennis in 2005 was a small storm but a powerful storm. The category 3 hurricane made landfall in the Florida panhandle.
Navy Hurricane Hunter
Hurricane Hunters have a history before Keesler AFB. It's not just the C130 that has flown into tropical storms and hurricanes.
Hurricane Hunters Fly into Nate
We show you current data for tropical storms like Nate and for hurricanes too. A good deal of the data is collected by the Hurricane Hunters, based at Keesler Air Force Base. Chief Meteorologist Alan Sealls got to fly along with the hurricane hunters on their mission south, into the Gulf.
Climate
Is Global Warming Real?
The Earth is warming and many wonder what is the cause and how much it will warm. Some say it is a natural warming while others say humans are the cause.
Summer is Hot
Summer is travel, vacation, and play time for many of us but summer has hazards of poor air quality, uv radiation and too much heat.
Winter Weather is Cool
Snow, sleet, ice and cold are a normal part of winter hazards. If you're prepared you might actually enjoy the cold season.
Mobile Weather Extremes
Do you remember the coldest morning or the driest year in Mobile? What about the wettest day month or hottest day?
El Nino & La Nina
El Nino and La Nina are not all stormy and they are not all bad either. Depending upon where you are on Earth you might prefer one or the other.
References
Weather Photography
The art and science of weather photography reveals beauty and provides knowledge. Here is how you can take better weather pictures.
Weather FAQ & Homework Help
Everybody has a question about the weather. Some questions are for fun, others are for research, and others are for homework. In any case your answer might just be here.
Great Weather Links
Are you searching for weather forecasts, weather pictures, historic weather, or for information on becoming a meteorologist? Check out these links.
Fire Weather
Wildfires are common out west but they can happen any place on Earth. When it's dry here we get wildfires and woods fires.
All About Clouds
Clouds may be tall or short, calm or stormy, bright or dark, but they all hang out. They give us beauty and weather.
Weather Hoaxes
Don't believe everything you get in your email, especially incredible weather pictures. Here are some of the common Internet weather hoaxes.
Weather 101 for Kids
Weather 101 for Kids is not just for kids. It's the basics behind the variety of weather on Earth. Chief Meteorologist Alan Sealls takes you on this streaming video tour of the atmosphere.
Astronomy is Space Weather
Look beyond weather in the atmosphere and you see space. There may not be much air there but there actually is a type of weather and it impacts us.
Do You Have a Weather Radio?
You can buy a weather radio for under $30. It's a tool that can help protect your family and your life, and help you plan your day.
Science
Sea Breeze Along the Coasts
The sea breeze cools beaches in the summer. It also helps make thunderstorms. Can you guess what the land breeze does?
Wind Science
We take wind for granted. It's invisible and usually gentle but when we get wind storms, everyone notices.
Rainbows, Halos and Sundogs
Rainbows, halos, and sundogs are easy to find once you understand how these colorful phenomena happen.
UV Radiation is Everywhere
The sun gives off ultra violet radiation. Too much uv in sunshine can be dangerous to you.
Ozone in Our Zone?
Ozone can be good or bad depending on where it is. It's a natural compound but we humans also add to it.
Severe Storms
Lightning, Floods, Tornadoes & Severe Storms
Severe thunderstorms can produce hail, damaging wind, tornadoes and floods. Ordinary thunderstorms make lightning and all of these are hazards. Read more to be safer.
Lightning Rods
Lightning rods are just one portion of a lightning protection system. You need more than a metal pole to safeguard your home or building.
Alan Sealls Storm Chasing
Chief Meteorologist Alan Sealls goes on his first storm chase in the central plains. He captured supercell thunderstorms, mesocyclones, wall clouds, lightning, hail, funnel clouds and mammatus clouds.
Water
The Water Cycle
The water cycle never stops. It is a part of us and we are a part of it. Without the water cycle we would not survive on Earth.
Watersheds, Runoff and Erosion
Do you know what a watershed is? You're in one right now and you're probably not even wet. Read more about the importance of watersheds.
What is Dew Point?
Dew point temperature measures moisture. It's a cousin of relative humidity. Dew point plays a big part in how comfortable you feel in summer.
What Causes the Tides?
There's a long answer and a short answer for what causes the ups and downs of the lakes, rivers and oceans.
Rip Currents Take Lives
In an average year, rip currents kill more people than tornadoes do in the United States.
History
War and Weather
Throughout history weather has played a part in battle and military conflict. The impact of weather has changed some with technology.
Deal of the Day
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Weather
First Alert Storm Alert
Free severe weather watch and warning e-mails for your computer, pager, PDA or cell phone.
Gulf Coast Tides
Local tides for the Gulf Coast area. Find out the high and low for your part of the coast.
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