Posts by Meteorologist Jeff Huffman
Overcome the “But They Said” Response with These 4 Hurricane Coverage Tips
Hurricanes are complex. And predicting their impact is complicated. Forecasts are getting better, and so can the way we communicate them. How many times do you hear the phrase “but…
Read MoreDeath Valley Historic Flood Revealed by NASA Satellites
The thousand-year rainfall event in Death Valley that caused historic flash flooding was captured by NASA’s satellites.
Read More3 Important Reminders for Businesses as Hurricane Season Ramps Up Soon
A month has gone by with no tropical activity in the Atlantic basin, which is nothing unusual for this time of year. But that’s likely to change soon. Forecast updates…
Read MoreGIS Tools Visualize the Impact of This Summer’s Heat on the Texas Energy Grid
Heat waves across the nation this summer have been intense. And in some states, that’s an understatement. Texas is no stranger to extreme weather or an energy crisis. Just…
Read MoreEarly Notice was Available for Both Flash Flood Events Last Week
Flash flood events in Tennessee and Virginia – both on the same night last week – resulted in numerous water rescues, washed-out roads, evacuation orders, damaged homes, and even a…
Read MoreShelf Cloud Season in Full Force: What are They and How They Form
Social media’s most popular cloud may look scary, but it is often misunderstood.
Read More“It’s Not Easy Being Green”, So Say the Clouds
The next time you see a sky full of green clouds, you’ll want to put the cameras away and seek shelter.
Read More4 Expert Tools to Track the First Tropical Storm of the Season
It doesn’t take a hurricane to cause major flooding or tornadoes. Clarity matters when responding to the potential dangers of a tropical storm too.
Read MoreThe 2022 Hurricane Season Begins on Heels of Costly Winter and Spring
Even though the hurricane season forecasts don’t look good, it’s important to remember that hurricane preparation is a marathon, not a sprint.
Read MoreA Decision-Makers Guide to Hurricane Response
This guide can help you overcome the hurricane “information overload” problem often associated with model hype, spaghetti plots, and the infamous cone of uncertainty.
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