Over the past decade, hurricanes have intensified to such an extent that scientists are proposing a new classification to better capture their severity: Category 6. This idea stems from a growing concern that the existing Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale, which categorizes storms from 1 to 5 based on their maximum sustained wind speeds, no longer adequately represents the … [Read more...] about Hurricanes Are Now So Strong, Scientists Want To Introduce “Category 6” Storms
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Sunspot Behind Stunning Auroras Is Back – And More Solar Storms Could Be Ahead
It released a powerful flare, as it peered from the limb of the Sun. Recently, a powerful flare was released as it peered from the limb of the Sun. Somehow, Sunspot AR 3664 has returned. OK, not somehow. It simply moved around the Sun as the Sun orbits on its axis – but we wanted to do a Star Wars reference. Because, just like Palpatine, AR 3664 has put on a light show. It … [Read more...] about Sunspot Behind Stunning Auroras Is Back – And More Solar Storms Could Be Ahead
Big storms roll across Gulf Coast as East bakes with record heat
The Gulf Coast states faced severe weather threats on Monday as a storm system, responsible for unleashing devastating tornadoes across the central U.S. over the weekend and claiming the lives of at least four individuals while causing widespread destruction, made its way across the region. Simultaneously, forecasters warned of potentially record-breaking heat along the East … [Read more...] about Big storms roll across Gulf Coast as East bakes with record heat
Australian Photographer Captures Breathtaking ‘Tree of Life’ Formation on Cakora Lake After Heavy Rains and Storms
An amazing natural wonder has been captured by Australian photographer Derry Moroney after months of heavy rain and storms in northern New South Wales. Using his drone, Moroney was able to capture a breathtaking “Tree of Life” forming over Cakora Lake, located two hours south of Byron Bay. From the ground, the lake appeared no different, but when Moroney saw the footage … [Read more...] about Australian Photographer Captures Breathtaking ‘Tree of Life’ Formation on Cakora Lake After Heavy Rains and Storms
Photographer Survives Severe Storms to Capture Dramatic Images of Waves on Lake Erie
When most people see a storm approaching, they seek shelter inside their homes. Trevor Pottelberg, on the other hand. The photographer from Ontario specializes in landscape, wildlife, and astrophotography, but she is particularly fond of waves. His proximity to Lake Erie allows him to fly over whenever he hears of an impending storm, knowing he'll be in for an … [Read more...] about Photographer Survives Severe Storms to Capture Dramatic Images of Waves on Lake Erie