From sandramervine at gmail.com Wed Jul 2 03:33:42 2014 From: sandramervine at gmail.com (Sandra Mervine) Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2014 02:33:42 -0500 Subject: [Skywarn] New subscriber Message-ID: <30C0D0A0-125F-4F00-AF32-E314CF60FE86@gmail.com> Hello! I live in Fort Worth Texas! I am new to this kind of venue and very interested in the weather. A co-worker suggested Skywarn and I am venturing out and trying new things. I look forward to this learning experience. Sandra Mervine Sent from my iPad From colstonl at gmail.com Wed Jul 2 12:04:07 2014 From: colstonl at gmail.com (Lloyd Colston) Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2014 11:04:07 -0500 Subject: [Skywarn] CQ Magazine features Skywarn Message-ID: I can't get it to print but this month's CQ magazine features Skywarn and some information about how ham radio folks are involved. http://www.cq-amateur-radio.com/ pages 68-70 73 -- Lloyd Colston director Altus Emergency Management Altus, OK http://www.cityofaltus.org Phone: 580.481.2260 Fax: 580.482.4738 It is better to be informed than it is to be afraid. http://twitter.com/altusready http://altusem.blogspot.com http://www.meetme.so/kc5fm http://www.speek.com/kc5fm From davidcmeek at gmail.com Wed Jul 2 12:34:07 2014 From: davidcmeek at gmail.com (David C. Meek) Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2014 11:34:07 -0500 Subject: [Skywarn] Introduction Message-ID: Hello all from Kansas City! My name is David Meek and I am a storm spotter / chaser out of the KCMO area. I have been to many NOAA spotter classes, part of the spotternetwork.org, and just a meteorological phenomenon enthusiast. Career wise I am a Systems Engineer in Healthcare IT and hold a Computer & Electrical Engineering degree from Purdue Univ. I look forward to being able to participate, contribute, and learn from the Skywarn community. Thanks and have a great day! -David From jay.cafasso at gmail.com Tue Jul 8 15:36:10 2014 From: jay.cafasso at gmail.com (Jay Cafasso) Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2014 14:36:10 -0500 Subject: [Skywarn] Committee Members Sought for NEW ASCE/SEI Standard for Estimating Wind Speeds in Tornadoes and Other Windstorms Message-ID: Committee Members Sought for NEW ASCE/SEI Standard for Estimating Wind Speeds in Tornadoes and Other Windstorms BY Staff June 26, 2014 standardswind hazards ASCE is seeking members to serve on a committee for the development of a national consensus standard on estimating wind speeds in tornadoes and other windstorms. The intent of the standard is to develop standardized methods for estimating the intensity of tornadoes and other severe wind storms. Users of the standard could include, but are not limited to, wind and structural and forensic engineers, meteorologists, climatologists, forest biologists, risk analysts, emergency managers, building and infrastructure designers, and the media. The content of the standard would include improvements to the existing damage-based Enhanced Fujita (EF) scale to address known problems and limitations, and incorporation of additional methods to estimate intensity such as those based on radar measurements, tree fall pattern analysis, and forensic engineering analysis, and archival of the data used for estimating wind speeds. Interested parties may submit an online standards committee application to apply for participation. For more information, please contact James Neckel, Codes and Standards Coordinator, at jneckel at asce.org. http://blogs.asce.org/committee-members-sought-for-new-ascesei-standard-for-estimating-wind-speeds-in-tornadoes-and-other-windstorms/ Jay Cafasso 12559 N400E Wheatfield, IN 46392 USA Cell: 479.866.9579 Fax: 651-691-2608 Home GPS - Lat 41.19509, Long -86.96737 SN# - 36508 CWOP - EW5446 www.facebook.com/jay.cafasso.7 Robin Storm SIT - A WRN Ambassador David Prevatt's Wind Hazards http://windhazard.davidoprevatt.com/blog/ "The last temptation is the greatest treason: To do the right deed for the wrong reason." Murder in the Cathedral - St. Thomas Becket. Skywarn? and the Skywarn? logo are registered trademarks of the National Weather Service "used with permission". From jay.cafasso at gmail.com Wed Jul 9 08:04:36 2014 From: jay.cafasso at gmail.com (Jay Cafasso) Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2014 07:04:36 -0500 Subject: [Skywarn] Storms Kill Four in New York State and Child at Maryland Camp - NBC News.com Message-ID: http://www.nbcnews.com/news/weather/storms-kill-four-new-york-state-child-maryland-camp-n151396 Jay Cafasso 12559 N400E Wheatfield, IN 46392 USA Cell: 479.866.9579 Fax: 651-691-2608 Home GPS - Lat 41.19509, Long -86.96737 SN# - 36508 CWOP - EW5446 www.facebook.com/jay.cafasso.7 Robin Storm SIT - A WRN Ambassador David Prevatt's Wind Hazards http://windhazard.davidoprevatt.com/blog/ "The last temptation is the greatest treason: To do the right deed for the wrong reason." Murder in the Cathedral - St. Thomas Becket. Skywarn? and the Skywarn? logo are registered trademarks of the National Weather Service "used with permission". From colstonl at gmail.com Wed Jul 9 21:21:50 2014 From: colstonl at gmail.com (Lloyd Colston) Date: Wed, 9 Jul 2014 20:21:50 -0500 Subject: [Skywarn] Fwd: [Cometupdates] New from COMET: Quasi-geostrophic Omega Equation learning object In-Reply-To: <53BDCA5B.6080903@comet.ucar.edu> References: <53BDCA5B.6080903@comet.ucar.edu> Message-ID: The COMET Program is pleased to announce the publication of a new resource: "Quasi-geostrophic Omega Equation". How does the Quasi-geostrophic (QG) omega equation manifest itself in a simple wave-like model of the atmosphere, and does it work for synoptic scale motions in reality? This learning object uses a simple interactive model to demonstrate the connectedness of vorticity and thickness to the omega equation at synoptic scales. As a learning object, it is meant to supplement other teaching material in a course by elucidating a specific concept. By overlaying the different variables in the equation, the student can infer the future state of the atmosphere based on the phase shift of the wave-like heights and thickness patterns. A series of follow-on questions explores the outcomes of the equation. The intended audience for "Quasi-geostrophic Omega Equation" is the novice meteorologist learning the fundamental processes in meteorology. Please follow this link to the MetEd description page that provides additional information and a link to begin the lesson: http://meted.ucar.edu/ training_module.php?id=1125 All COMET lessons and the MetEd website rely on JavaScript, and some lessons rely on Adobe? Flash? for navigation, animation, and/or presentation of multimedia elements. Ensure that you have a browser updated to its latest version with JavaScript enabled and the latest version of the Adobe FlashPlayer installed (http://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/). For technical support for this lesson please visit our Registration and Support FAQs athttps://www.meted.ucar.edu/resources_faq.php We welcome any comments or questions you may have regarding the content, instructional approach, or use of this lesson. Please e-mail your comments or questions to Bryan Guarente (guarente at ucar.edu). From jreagan90 at gmail.com Sat Jul 12 14:57:41 2014 From: jreagan90 at gmail.com (Jon Reagan) Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2014 14:57:41 -0400 Subject: [Skywarn] Next Steps Message-ID: Hello everyone! My name is Jon and I'm a new spotter in Georgia. Just yesterday (yep, that new to spotting) I took the training course and earned a certificate. Now my question is this... Do I need to notify or register with my local forecast office? I heard it can vary between states and I believe the course I took on MetEd sent my information to the main NWS office. Honestly I'm not sure if that info will reach my local office lol but anyways I'd appreciate any advice/counsel y'all might have! Thanks, Jon From skywarn at mailman.qth.net Sat Jul 12 15:47:26 2014 From: skywarn at mailman.qth.net (Lloyd Colston via Skywarn) Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2014 14:47:26 -0500 Subject: [Skywarn] Next Steps Message-ID: On Sat, Jul 12, 2014 at 1:57 PM, wrote: > Do I need to notify or register with my local forecast office? Skywarn is always a local program. There are four NWS offices that serve Georgia. Enter your zip code at http://www.weather.gov/ to reach the appropriate office. Each of the four have Skywarn links on their page which gives information on that program. Expect to see a strong connection to Skywarn with the local emergency management office. Thus, your local emergency manager would also want to know you are available and interested in supporting THAT local program. Thanks for your interest and welcome to the list. -- Lloyd Colston KC5FM Altus, OK USA http://wx5em.us Straight Key Century Club #5676 Croatian Telegraphy Club CTC # 1.931 CARF #294 Ten-Ten #10231 OMISS #8719 Southcars #8276 QCWA #31935 ARRL #8037325 http://www.carf.net http://www.ten-ten.org http://norcars.net/ http://kc5fm.blogspot.com http://www.meetme.so/kc5fm From kwiederspan at gmail.com Sat Jul 12 15:56:36 2014 From: kwiederspan at gmail.com (Kathie Wiederspan) Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2014 12:56:36 -0700 (PDT) Subject: [Skywarn] How to Submit Certificate to Skywarn Message-ID: <1405194995609.dddc066b@Nodemailer> I am Kathie Wiederspan (hey everyone),?and I became a certified spotter last year, when I attended one of Robert Glancy's Denver area classes. ?Can I submit a copy of my certificate to Skywarn, or do I also need to complete your online class to be recognized? ?Thanks in advance for any guidance!? Kathie Sent from my iPad From colstonl at gmail.com Wed Jul 16 21:29:23 2014 From: colstonl at gmail.com (Lloyd Colston) Date: Wed, 16 Jul 2014 20:29:23 -0500 Subject: [Skywarn] Fwd: [Cometupdates] New from COMET: An Introduction to Geodetic Datums- 4 short videos In-Reply-To: <53C70FDC.8070208@comet.ucar.edu> References: <53C70FDC.8070208@comet.ucar.edu> Message-ID: The COMET Program is pleased to announce the publication of a set of 4 videos collectively entitled: An Introduction to Geodetic Datums. This series of short videos, produced in collaboration with NOAA?s National Geodetic Survey, provides an introduction to geodetic datums for anyone who uses mapping products or other geo-spatial tools. They will be especially useful for policy and decision makers at the federal and state levels, as well as land surveyors who need to be aware of the coming changes to our national datums. The videos include: 1. What are Geodetic Datums? (4:36) In this video we explain the basic concepts behind geodetic datums, where they are used, and why it is important to know about and use the correct datums. 2. How Were Geodetic Datums Established? (3:12) In this video, we explore the history of geodetic datums in the United States, and how they were established at a national level to assure consistency across mapping applications. 3. What Is the Status of Today's Geodetic Datums? (4:49) Here we examine the use of the current primary geodetic datums used in the US, NAD 83 and NAVD 88, the challenges in maintaining these datums, and the inconsistencies that arise when they are used together with the latest satellite-based mapping technologies. 4. What's Next for Geodetic Datums? (4:41) Finally, we look at current plans for developing more accurate horizontal and vertical datums, (referred to respectively as geometric and geopotential datums), the expected benefits and impacts, and the importance of preparing now to adopt these new datums. Please follow this link to the MetEd description page that provides additional information and a link to access the videos which are hosted on COMET?s YouTube channel: http://www.meted.ucar.edu/training_module.php?id=1119 For technical support, please visit our Registration and Support FAQs at https://www.meted.ucar.edu/resources_faq.php We welcome any comments or questions you may have regarding the content, instructional approach, or use of these videos. Please e-mail your comments or questions to Lon Goldstein (lon at comet.ucar.edu) From skywarn at mailman.qth.net Tue Jul 22 12:24:18 2014 From: skywarn at mailman.qth.net (Carol Majerowski via Skywarn) Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2014 09:24:18 -0700 Subject: [Skywarn] Introduction In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1406046258.93439.YahooMailNeo@web161204.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Hi David, I normally don't reply, but thought I would say hello from Wisconsin.? Love the storms, but respect Mom Nature.? I am a naturalist/educator with the Department of Natural Resources and love all aspects of our planets gifts and furry.... Take Care Carol On Wednesday, July 2, 2014 11:40 AM, David C. Meek wrote: Hello all from Kansas City! My name is David Meek and I am a storm spotter / chaser out of the KCMO area.? I have been to many NOAA spotter classes, part of the spotternetwork.org, and just a meteorological phenomenon enthusiast. Career wise I am a Systems Engineer in Healthcare IT and hold a Computer & Electrical Engineering degree from Purdue Univ. I look forward to being able to participate, contribute, and learn from the Skywarn community. Thanks and have a great day! -David ______________________________________________________________ Skywarn mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/skywarn Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Skywarn at mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net/ Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html This message was delivered to carolmajerowski at yahoo.com From WeatherConditions at LedermanHome.com Wed Jul 23 15:57:38 2014 From: WeatherConditions at LedermanHome.com (Jan C. Lederman, Ph.D.) Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2014 15:57:38 -0400 Subject: [Skywarn] ASSISTANCE REQUESTED: FCC Comment Period Opens for the Emergency Alert System (EAS) Message-ID: ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Robert Molleda - NOAA Federal Date: Tue, Jul 22, 2014 at 5:24 PM Subject: ASSISTANCE REQUESTED: FCC Comment Period Opens for the Emergency Alert System (EAS) To: Good Afternoon South Florida Media and EM Partners: The information below and attachments are concerning a proposal to create three new national EAS (Emergency Alert System) event codes for the Extreme Wind Warning (issued when a major hurricane landfall is imminent), Storm Surge Watch and Storm Surge Warning. The Extreme Wind Warning is a current NWS warning product and is one of the key EAS triggers, but it does so using the tornado (TOR) code. Obviously, it makes sense for a warning as critical as an Extreme Wind Warning to have its own unique code as to avoid any conflict with a real tornado event. The Storm Surge Watch/Warning is scheduled to become operational in 2016, and the importance of warning folks in a storm surge zone can't be overstated. The EAS is set up precisely to give wide and easy dissemination to critical weather and non-weather events, and the Extreme Wind Warning, Storm Surge Watch and Storm Surge Warning fit under the category of critical weather events. To that end, I humbly ask the local media and EM community to help us by commenting on the FCC website in favor of these codes being added. Otherwise, we run the serious risk of not being able to properly implement the new Storm Surge watch/warning products in 2016. Detailed instructions on how to leave a comment on the FCC page can be found in the first attachment. The second attachment contains a letter sent by NWS senior management to the FCC back in November 2013 advocating and requesting for the creation of these codes. This second attachment provides good background on the meaning and importance of each product (starting with #2). If you need more explanation on this, please don't hesitate to contact me. Best Regards, Robert Molleda Warning Coordination Meteorologist National Weather Service Miami/South Florida Forecast Office 11691 SW 17th ST Miami, FL 33165 305-229-4522, Ext 223 Fax: 305-229-4553Robert.Molleda at noaa.govweather.gov/southflorida [image: fb logo] [image: Twitter logo] *Check us out on Facebook and Twitter!* *The contents of this message are mine personally and do not necessarily reflect any position of NOAA.* -------- Original Message -------- Subject: ASSISTANCE REQUESTED: FCC Comment Period Opens for the Emergency Alert System (EAS) Date: Tue, 22 Jul 2014 14:22:57 -0500 From: Walt Zaleski - NOAA Federal The FCC has opened an official "*comment period*" pertaining to various FCC dockets. The FCC comment period closes *August 14, 2014*. The last FCC "comment period" for the Emergency Alert System (EAS) was in Fall 2013 which yielded only one comment *(from an EAS encoder/decoder vendor)* regarding the official NWS request to the FCC for three new EAS event codes for the following products: 1. *EWW - Extreme Wind Warning* 2. *SSA* *- Storm Surge Watch* 3. *SSW - S**torm Surge Warning* As a bit of background, the NWS initiated the first experimental use of the Extreme Wind Warning for Hurricane Charley in * 2004* by WFO Melbourne. Shortly thereafter, WSH, on behalf of the WFOs/Regions, requested approval for a new EAS event code "EWW" for appropriate transmission of the product through the EAS. Unfortunately, after several years, the FCC approval for the new EAS event code has not been obtained. The Storm Surge Watch/Warning product is expected to be operational in 2016. - *Your help is needed in providing comment to the FCC in approving the above codes for optimum dissemination of the three products*. The first attachment contains *detailed instructions* with screen grabs of the FCC website in which to make comments. The second attachment is the actual submission which the NWS made to the FCC back in November, 2013 which requested the creation of the codes, and gives information on the importance of this effort which can be the basis of comments users can make on the website. -- *Jan C. Lederman, Ph.D.* *P.O. 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