Major Severe Weather Chance in Great Lakes Region Today

I’m going to keep this post as short and sweet as possible! But a major severe weather threat will impact our region today. It’s ironic because, originally, the threat didn’t look that great. But, many different mesoscale and microscale features have changed to make this a viable threat (which is crazy considering my blog post … Read more Major Severe Weather Chance in Great Lakes Region Today

2004 Utica Tornado – An Unlikely Tornado Day Turned Horrific

Utica Tornado Damage Courtesy of the NWS Chicago Office

On April 20th, 2004; 16 tornadoes touched down in Illinois during the mid-afternoon and evening hours. A total of 29 tornadoes occurred across Iowa, Illinois & Indiana (a few others occurred in Nebraska and Oklahoma). One of these was an F3 tornado that struck the Village of Utica, Illinois. This tornado proved to be deadly, … Read more 2004 Utica Tornado – An Unlikely Tornado Day Turned Horrific

Tornado Warnings, TV, & Complainers – Problems That Must Be Addressed

Tornado Warning - Seek Shelter

Every year, tornado warnings are issued and a few people complain to their local TV stations when shows are interrupted. Here’s why they must interrupt and why you should be happy they do!