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What are Shelf Clouds aka ‘Scary Looking Clouds,’ and how are they formed?
Read full article: What are Shelf Clouds aka ‘Scary Looking Clouds,’ and how are they formed?Did you see these clouds this past weekend? Some of us refer to them as "Scary Looking Clouds," for obvious reasons, but here's why you shouldn't be afraid of them.
Why do hurricanes have names?
Read full article: Why do hurricanes have names?One of the most common questions our Chief Meteorologist gets when visiting schools is: “How do hurricanes get their names?” Take a deep dive into the nomenclature history and discover if we could get our first named storm in two weeks.
Chief Meteorologist Anthony Yanez and the mysterious case of the strange-looking clouds
Read full article: Chief Meteorologist Anthony Yanez and the mysterious case of the strange-looking cloudsOur Chief Meteorologist received this letter in my inbox with this attached photo about some unusual cloud formation while they were on a cruise in Galveston. Here's what he discovered.
New children’s book ‘Baby Loves Meteorology’ introduces kids to weather wonders in fun, engaging way
Read full article: New children’s book ‘Baby Loves Meteorology’ introduces kids to weather wonders in fun, engaging wayA delightful new children's book introduces young readers to the wonders of weather in a fun and engaging way
Did Houston get hit with a Megaflash Lightning Strike Monday morning? ⚡️
Read full article: Did Houston get hit with a Megaflash Lightning Strike Monday morning? ⚡️A megaflash lightning strike is an unusually long lightning bolt that stretches at least 62 miles. These aren’t your typical lightning strikes from an ordinary thunderstorm.
Ask Anthony: 80s already?
Read full article: Ask Anthony: 80s already?It might feel rare to hit the 80s in the middle of winter, especially since our average highs this time of year are between 65° and 71°. Believe it or not, it’s not all that unusual. In February 2024, we had four straight days of 80+ degrees on the 24th, 25th, 26th, and 27th. Fun fact: every single day in February has a record high of at least 80°.
KPRC 2 chief meteorologist recalls what it’s like living in Los Angeles, covering wildfires
Read full article: KPRC 2 chief meteorologist recalls what it’s like living in Los Angeles, covering wildfiresIf you’re like KPRC 2 Chief Meteorologist Anthony Yanez, you probably know someone who lives (or has lived themselves) near those fires, it feels so personal when you do.