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Meteorology Monday (6-2-25): 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook
Elmira, N.Y. (WETM)- Happy Meteorology Monday! It's June, which means that the hurricane season has officially begun in the Atlantic basin. On this week's edition of Meteorology Monday, 18 Storm Team Meteorologist Alivia Colon breaks down the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) first hurricane season outlook and how it compares to last year's. To start, this year, there is a 60 percent chance for above normal activity, with a 30% chance for near normal activity, and the remaining 10 percent is for a below normal season. These numbers may not be high, but they do indicate that a slightly more active than normal season is possible and will need to be closely monitored before we head into peak season. Last year, NOAA forecasted a 90% chance for above normal activity by the time we got our second outlook, and that's exactly what happened: 18 named storms, 11 of which were hurricanes, and 5 were major. The forecast not only played out accurately, but we managed to do so even with an unusually quiet mid-season when activity typically peaks. If you remember, we had major storms very early in the season, and well into the late season as well. This year, our numbers only lean above average, but the chance for more activity is certainly present. This is based on factors such as warmer ocean temperatures, a forecasted ENSO neutral year, or a year without El Nino or La Nina, weaker forecasted wind changes with height, and a more active West African Monsoon forecasted, which is known to be a primary starting point for Atlantic hurricanes NOAA releases an outlook at the start of the season, and a second outlook before peak season, so make sure to keep an eye out for updates as the season ramps up. For more information, you can read about the full outlook and how NOAA is preparing for the season on their website here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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19-05-2025
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Meteorology Monday (5-19-25): Frost
Elmira, N.Y. (WETM)- Happy Meteorology Monday! Spring in the Twin Tiers usually brings warmer air, but it isn't rare for a few chilly nights. On this week's edition of Meteorology Monday, 18 Storm Team Meteorologist Alivia Colon talks about one concern that can come with these cooler nights: frost. We often talk about how on clear nights, the heat that we got from the sun's radiation during the day can easily escape back to space when there are no clouds to keep it at the surface. This is known as radiational cooling, and is the key factor necessary for frost. When air temperatures get into the upper 30s and winds are calm, the cooler, denser air sinks, creating a cooler, near freezing layer near the ground. When we have moisture in the air, the water molecules freeze onto the freezing surface, creating ice crystals, or frost. An area-wide frost advisory is in place for the Twin Tiers because we are tracking the chance for each of these conditions to set up overnight. Take steps to prepare and protect your sensitive plants. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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28-04-2025
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Meteorology Monday (4-28-25): Hail
Elmira, N.Y. (WETM)- Happy Meteorology Monday! Spring in the Twin Tiers usually brings a transition from wintry weather to more frequent severe weather patterns. On this week's edition of Meteorology Monday, 18 Storm Team Meteorologist Alivia Colon talks about a form of frozen precipitation that should not be mistaken for your usual wintry weather: hail. Meteorology Monday: Thunderstorm safety When we talk about frozen precipitation in the winter, we are usually talking about snow, sleet, and freezing rain, which depend on the temperature in different layers of the atmosphere. However, when we talk about hail, we are talking about supercooled water droplets within a thunderstorm that get carried up and down through thunderstorm updrafts. As they lift and fall between the freezing layer within a storm, layers of ice form around the the hailstone weighs more than the force of the updraft, the stone falls as hail. Depending on the strength of these updrafts, you can get hailstones as big as softballs and CDs. Severe weather season is here: learn how to protect yourself Tomorrow, a cold front will bring showers and storms, bringing a moderate chance for hail and a moderate to high chance for severe winds. Be ready to be weather aware. Meteorologist Alivia Colón: Facebook I X I Instagram Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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14-04-2025
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Meteorology Monday (4-14-25): Thunderstorm safety
Elmira, N.Y. (WETM)- This week is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Pennsylvania. A severe thunderstorm is a storm that produces 58 mph winds or higher, tornadoes, or hail 1 inch or larger. On this week's edition of Meteorology Monday, 18 Storm Team Meteorologist Alivia Colon discusses how you can stay safe during a severe thunderstorm. During a thunderstorm, seek shelter indoors, away from windows, and avoid electronics and unplug. Tune into your local TV/Radio/NOAA Weather Radio stations for updated information. Take it seriously- lightning is a killer. Severe weather season is here: learn how to protect yourself If you are caught outside, stay away from tall objects like trees and poles, metal objects like fences, and pools or bodies of water. If you are in a car, you should be safe if it has a metal roof, but convertibles and motorcycles are not safe. Seek low-lying ground if you absolutely can't find shelter. Thunder is the sound of lightning striking the ground, therefore, once you hear it, you're within striking distance. After seeking shelter, you should stay inside until 30 minutes after the last rumble of thunder. If you're interested in becoming a trained weather spotter for the NWS this severe weather season, you can find information on when classes will be available to the Twin Tiers on the NWS Binghamton and State College websites. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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24-03-2025
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Meteorology Monday (3-24-25): Fire Weather Season
Elmira, N.Y. (WETM)- The annual residential brush burn ban is currently in place for New York State through May 14th. According to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), the annual brush burning ban has been enforced since 2009 to prevent wildfires and protect communities and first responders during heightened conditions for wildfires. On this week's edition of Meteorology Monday, 18 Storm Team Meteorologist Alivia Colon explains why the conditions during this time of year create those elevated fire risks. Springtime wildfire risks prompt New York's annual burn ban This time of year sees frequent changes between areas of high and low pressure, and the changes in pressure lead to gusty winds. We know that when low pressure moves in, it can bring strong damaging winds and lightning within thunderstorms. When high-pressure moves in, it brings lowered relative humidity or dry air along with those strong winds. Each of these things can lead to elevated fire concerns, and the frequency of these windy days creates consistently heightened conditions for wildfires to quickly spread, and those conditions can last for several months. Aside from low humidity and wind, we also need a fuel source. During the spring, we have plenty of dry vegetation all over the ground to act as that fuel. From dried-up brush, twigs, and leaves from the past fall that dried up throughout the winter, all of it can easily catch fire from lightning strikes or cigarette butts, and springtime winds allow it to quickly spread. According to the DEC, 'open burning of debris is the single-largest cause of spring wildfires in New York State', so the burn ban prohibits just that- no open burning on brush, leaves, or debris. There are a few exceptions to the rules, and you can find those details on the DEC website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
