Greetings to everyone! I hope everyone out there is staying healthy and faring well in the midst of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. We’ve plenty of interesting topics to cover this week. In atmospheric science, our changing climate is proving to be an obstacle in dealing with the pandemic and finding a long-term path of adaptation. The 2020 Atlantic hurricane season has also gotten off to a historic start and, as of this post, the USA now has Tropical Storm Fay. Speaking of tropical cyclones, we’ll take a look at hurricane safety and preparedness information and much more with this week’s picks…so let’s get started.
- After several months of dealing with a global health crisis that is nothing like living generations have ever experienced, medical science is challenged with answering several crucial questions about SARS-CoV2 and COVID-19. Not for want of trying, but this is how science works.
- Evaluating information about COVID-19, or any other scientific topic, can be a daunting task for the general public. Here’s an excellent read on interpreting COVID-19 information that can easily be applied to any other science field…including weather and climate.
- Here’s a fascinating look at the weather on another planet…and it’s all about a new storm!
- “Supercomputer Simulations Help Researchers Predict Solar Wind Storms.” These storms can cause severe damage to power grids, satellites, & many other technological electrical systems.
- Trees are more than just large plants. They are a source of valuable information from the past and give us a look into the future.
- But will this novel idea work? There’s the rub. “Pulling carbon from the sky is necessary but not sufficient.” Carbon dioxide removal is becoming a serious proposition. But it is not a substitute for aggressive action to cut emissions.
- Siberia has been experiencing record warmth in 2020. That has also helped to spread wildfires in the region which are releasing a record amount of carbon into our atmosphere.
- Climate change will still be a daunting challenge for some time to come. What is more problematic and ominous is the possibility that we may be running out of time before we reach a critical level of global warming.
- This is an excellent read on a very rare cloud. “Noctilucent clouds (NLC) over Knowlton Church in Dorset.“
- The Atlantic basin has no active hurricanes as of this post. It’s still early in the season and that means it’s the perfect time to prepare for the hurricane you hope never happens. NOAA has a great website to help you get ready with plenty of helpful tips and infographics to help you get the supplies you may need.
SUMMER WEATHER SAFETY AND HURRICANE/EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
The summer heat is fully settled in across much of the Northern Hemisphere. With that comes an increase in heat related illnesses. These handy infographics from NOAA will help you stay safe in the coming weeks.
This handy checklist from the American Red Cross is an excellent starting point for anyone assembling an emergency kit. Even if you live in an area that is not prone to severe weather or hurricanes, an emergency kit is an essential part of a home and workplace.
That’s a wrap for this post! I’d like to extend a warm welcome to my new followers in social media. I’m glad you’re along for the fun! If you’re on Twitter, Instagram, or Tumblr, let’s connect! Once again I’d like to thank so many of you for all the thoughtful comments I’ve received as of late regarding my prostate cancer treatment. I’m doing well and am further bolstered by your words of encouragement and support. If you’re a male over the age of 40, you should discuss getting your PSA tested with your doctor. The Prostate Cancer Foundation is an excellent website with further information. As for COVID-19, please stay home if possible, practice good personal hygiene, mind your social distancing, sport a spiffy mask, stay safe, and stay healthy!
Cheers…Stay Healthy…and Good Luck!
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