Severe Storms Today. Weekend Buzz?
02/18/2009 08:02
It was fairly chilly when I walked outside to check my rain gauge. Quick glance at the thermometer showed 47. Doesn’t feel like severe weather outside at the moment.
But don’t let the cool morning fool you! Warmer temps and higher dew-points are on the way. A lot of shear and helicity are already in place upstairs. The stage is set for the possibility of severe weather later today.
SPC has put us in a slight risk (with moderate next door and to our south):
I don’t think today will be a big event for the Atlanta area. By that I mean it won’t be an “outbreak”. Can’t rule out an isolated tornado, but the main threat will be severe thunderstorms with the usual damaging winds, hail, and lightning.
Keep your eye on the weather today!
Meanwhile... Folks are buzzing about this weekend. After having my hopes dashed earlier this month (and all winter), I’m not getting excited about anything yet. If the buzz is still around tomorrow, then I might discuss it further.
But don’t let the cool morning fool you! Warmer temps and higher dew-points are on the way. A lot of shear and helicity are already in place upstairs. The stage is set for the possibility of severe weather later today.
SPC has put us in a slight risk (with moderate next door and to our south):
I don’t think today will be a big event for the Atlanta area. By that I mean it won’t be an “outbreak”. Can’t rule out an isolated tornado, but the main threat will be severe thunderstorms with the usual damaging winds, hail, and lightning.
Keep your eye on the weather today!
Meanwhile... Folks are buzzing about this weekend. After having my hopes dashed earlier this month (and all winter), I’m not getting excited about anything yet. If the buzz is still around tomorrow, then I might discuss it further.