Weather hazards

Tropical Depression Gordon is Here and Hurricane Florence May Hit the East Coast. Can You Weather the Elements?

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Friday, September 7, 2018
Disaster preparedness, Weather hazards, Emergency management, Humanitarian aid, Occupational safety and health, Physical geography, Flood, Water, Earth

Additionally, the Council urges Americans impacted by Tropical Depression Gordon to be aware of flash flooding .

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  • Additionally, the Council urges Americans impacted by Tropical Depression Gordon to be aware of flash flooding .
  • Because severe weather and natural disasters can occur at any time with devastating effects, an impending storm is a timely reminder to review safety procedures.
  • September is Emergency Preparedness Month , and the National Safety Council is calling on Americans to develop emergency kits and plans in the event of unpredictable, severe weather.
  • Flash floods, tropical storms, and heat waves resulted in the most deaths during 2017.

Jewelry Designer/Entrepreneur Vivian Storms Aims to Revolutionize the Jewelry Industry by Featuring One-of-a-Kind Sculptural Artwork From World-Renowned Cold Glass Artist Jack Storms

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Thursday, July 19, 2018
Glass art, Weather hazards, Jack Storms, Storm, Jewelry, Viv, Visual arts, Genealogy, Onomastics

VALENCIA, Calif., July 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Viv Storms Fine Jewelry is a luxury line by Vivian Storms featuring sophisticated fine jewelry designs imbued with the unparalleled artwork of cold-glass artist Jack Storms.

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  • VALENCIA, Calif., July 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Viv Storms Fine Jewelry is a luxury line by Vivian Storms featuring sophisticated fine jewelry designs imbued with the unparalleled artwork of cold-glass artist Jack Storms.
  • Viv Storms Fine Jewelry will launch its new line of exceptional jewelry, fashioned from one-of-a-kind cold-glass artwork produced by her business partner and former husband, artist Jack Storms, on Aug. 1 at vivstorms.com .
  • Those who pre-order pieces will receive several perks, including deep discounts and entry into a giveaway of a $15,000 Jack Storms sculpture.
  • Every stone tells its own story, each aflame with turbulent, psychedelic flashes of color and alive with personality," said Vivian.

US suffers multi-billion dollar storm losses amid subdued start to tornado season, according to Aon catastrophe report

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Friday, June 8, 2018
Meteorology, Weather hazards, Nature, Atmospheric electricity, Microscale meteorology, Rain, Storm, Thunderstorm, Severe thunderstorm outbreak

The report reveals that four separate severe weather outbreaks swept across the United States during the month, leading to extensive hail and wind damage.

Key Points: 
  • The report reveals that four separate severe weather outbreaks swept across the United States during the month, leading to extensive hail and wind damage.
  • Additional North American thunderstorm damage occurred in areas of Canada's Ontario and Quebec, with one event costing insurers nearly USD325 million, according to catastrophe analyst CatIQ.
  • Most of the hail and wind damage occurred in Ontario, making it the costliest thunderstorm in the province since 2013.
  • To view the full Impact Forecasting May 2018 Global Catastrophe Recap report, please follow the link:

US suffers multi-billion dollar storm losses amid subdued start to tornado season, according to Aon catastrophe report

Retrieved on: 
Friday, June 8, 2018
Meteorology, Weather hazards, Nature, Atmospheric electricity, Microscale meteorology, Rain, Storm, Thunderstorm, Severe thunderstorm outbreak

The report reveals that four separate severe weather outbreaks swept across the United States during the month, leading to extensive hail and wind damage.

Key Points: 
  • The report reveals that four separate severe weather outbreaks swept across the United States during the month, leading to extensive hail and wind damage.
  • Additional North American thunderstorm damage occurred in areas of Canada's Ontario and Quebec, with one event costing insurers nearly USD325 million, according to catastrophe analyst CatIQ.
  • Most of the hail and wind damage occurred in Ontario, making it the costliest thunderstorm in the province since 2013.
  • To view the full Impact Forecasting May 2018 Global Catastrophe Recap report, please follow the link:

When thunder roars, GO INDOORS!

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Wednesday, June 6, 2018
Electromagnetism, Noise pollution, Electric arcs, Atmospheric electricity, Storm, Weather hazards, Lightning, NOiSE, Occupational noise, Environment and Climate Change Canada

Every year, lightning can cause as many as 10deaths and 164injuries, in Canada.

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  • Every year, lightning can cause as many as 10deaths and 164injuries, in Canada.
  • Environment and Climate Change Canada has information to help Canadians reduce their exposure to the risk of lightning.
  • Keep in mind that the sound of thunder can be blocked by mountainous terrain and large buildings or masked by environmental noise, such as airplanes, traffic, and lawnmowers.
  • Lastly, remember to wait for a full 30minutes after the last roll of thunder before going back outside.

Is Summer Weather Here to Stay?

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Monday, May 28, 2018
Meteorology, Weather hazards, Atmospheric electricity, Microscale meteorology, Rain, Storm, Thunderstorm, Weather, Nature

The Weather Network's forecast highlights a hot and dry summer for most of western Canada.

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  • The Weather Network's forecast highlights a hot and dry summer for most of western Canada.
  • "This summer looks to be a warmer version of the pattern we saw across Canada last year, with the hottest weather anchored over western Canada," said Chris Scott, Chief Meteorologist at The Weather Network.
  • "Ontario and Quebec will once again escape the hottest weather, but this summer will bring more heat than last year, along with ample opportunity for thunderstorms.
  • However, changeable conditions are likely with several periods of cooler weather anticipated, especially during the second half of the summer.

Years After Joplin Tornado, Safety Features Increase Sense of Security

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Wednesday, May 2, 2018
Meteorology, Weather hazards, Storm, Tornado, Wind, Mercy

"There's a sense of comfort knowing the windows in the critical care areas are rated for hurricane wind speeds," said Kevin Kepley, critical care nurse manager in Joplin.

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  • "There's a sense of comfort knowing the windows in the critical care areas are rated for hurricane wind speeds," said Kevin Kepley, critical care nurse manager in Joplin.
  • Features like laminated safety glass, concrete exterior panels and below-grade shelters were incorporated into the new hospital.
  • Because Mercy facilities lie in zones prone to tornadoes, Mercy has built storm-hardened features into projects across Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma.
  • Farnen said he has confidence that the storm-hardened features will ensure co-worker and patient safety during a tornado.