The Science of Extreme Weather

The Science of Extreme Weather « Series from 2016

Series from 2016

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Genres: Documentary

No place on Earth is safe from severe storms. Tour the world's wildest weather and learn how to protect yourself with a storm-chasing, prize-winning meteorologist.

By delving into The Science of Extreme Weather that underlies blizzards, flash floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, heat waves, and more, you'll come away with newfound appreciation and respect for Earth's most awe-inspiring phenomena.

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Extreme Weather Is Everywhere

Temperature Extremes and Cold-Air Outbreaks

Low Pressure and Earth’s High Winds

Extreme Humidity, Rain, and Fog

How Radar Reveals Storms

How Satellites Track Severe Weather

Anatomy of a Lightning Strike

Lightning Extremes and Survival

Thunderstorm Formation and Weather Balloons

Wind Shear and Severe Thunderstorms

Squall Line Thunderstorms and Microbursts

Supercell Thunderstorms and Hail

Tornadoes and Their Amazing Winds

Tornadogenesis and Storm Chasing

Mountain Windstorms and Avalanches

Ice Storms: Freezing Rain Takes Over

Epic Snowfall and the Lake Effect

Blizzards and Winter Cyclones

Flash Floods and Deadly Moving Water

Drought, Heat Waves, and Dust Storms

Where Hurricanes Hit

The Enormous Structure of a Hurricane

Storm Surge and Hurricane Intensification

El Niño and Cycles of Extreme Weather