Is heat lightning real? Surely lightning can't strike the same place twice, right? Where is it safe to shelter on the road? Do open windows save a house from a tornado?

What weather myths did you fall for? This week's episode of The Weather Review looks to debunk 4 common weather myths.

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The Weather Review - Episode 17 - Myth Buster

Why is spring known as “severe weather season?” Why so many tornadoes in the spring? A widespread Battle of the Air Masses and a migrating jetstream are to blame! In place of discussing the devastating tornado outbreak that occurred this past weekend, this week’s episode will discuss why springtime is the severe weather season. My prayers are with all of those affected by this weekend’s storms.

Potentially Useful Information:

The Jet Stream

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The Weather Review - Episode 16 - Battle of the Air Masses

A large storm system produced up to 26 tornadoes last week, however that wasn't the biggest story. The system's central pressure aided in producing very strong winds (with some gusts exceeding 75 mph). These winds helped create fire conditions in New York, allowing for the Long Island brush fires to combust, and strengthened ongoing blazes in South Carolina.

After a tangent on making Daylight Savings Time permanent, Gavin discusses the trajectory and severe weather associated with the Colorado low (mid-latitude cyclone), followed by the ongoing wildfires in South Carolina and New York.

Fire weather is a real concern! Don't carelessly discard your cigarette butts outside or leave flames unattended. It doesn't take much for a fire to ignite given the right conditions!

Some potentially useful information:

Live US/Canada Fire Map

Article on South Carolina wildfire (near Myrtle Beach) arrest (NBC)

Article on Long Island, New York wildfires (FOX)

Origin of Wind (NOAA)

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