One of the hardest challenges during a disaster is the uncertainty victims face about available resources while adjusting to a new reality. More educational programs are needed to raise awareness about these resources and provide guidance on rebuilding lives during and after a disaster. #LAFires

RT @NWS: The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, which officially ends on Nov. 30, showcased above-average activity, with a record-breaking ram…

Join me on BlueSky to continue our conversations about climate and extreme events!

RT @kmmalloy: Hi weather and climate community - I am recruiting a PhD student for Fall 2025! Please see flyer and share widely 🙂 https://t…

According to NOAA’s latest NCEI monthly summary, as of October 2024, the U.S. has faced 24 weather disasters, each incurring costs over a billion dollars. This ranks as the second highest number by mid-October in any year, just below the 27 events recorded by this time in 2023.

Join our Analytics Research & Development Team at Gallagher Re! We're looking for specialists in wind dynamics and severe convective storms to be part of our growing team. Interested or have questions? Don’t hesitate to reach out, or apply directly here!

Over 100 #tornado warnings were issued yesterday in Central and South #Florida as Hurricane #Milton’s outer bands encountered favorable conditions for tornado formation. Tragically, several lives were lost, and unexpected areas suffered damage, despite being outside the hurricane’s direct path. There’s a critical need for more education about tornadoes linked to hurricanes! P.S. Here are the locations of the confirmed tornadoes from yesterday’s filtered reports. Data: SPC (

#Milton is now moving out of Florida, leaving behind catastrophic devastation from a tornado outbreak, excessive winds, severe rain, and storm surge. As of 6:30 AM ET on October 10th, here's the latest on flooding: Current Flooding Status: 🟣 6 gauges - major flooding 🔴 14 gauges - moderate flooding 🟠 21 gauges - minor flooding Expected Flooding in the Next Hours: 🟪12 gauges - major flooding 🟥10 gauges - moderate flooding 🟧8 gauges - minor flooding Significant Storm Surges: #NaplesBay and #FortMyers have faced storm surges, with heights of 5.78 ft and 5.62 ft respectively. Expected Record-Breaking Flood Levels: *Hillsborough River near Zephyrhills at State Park *Cypress Creek at SR54 Worthington Gardens

#Milton is about to landfall near Sarasota, FL. Impacts are escalating! An excessive wind warning covers Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Clearwater to the north/west of the eyewall. Major concerns include excessive rainfall and flash floods across central Florida. Severe storm surges now affecting areas to the south/east of the eyewall, including Naples, Cape coral, Englewood and Fort Myers. #FLwx

Simple yet effective tip to reduce pressure on your roof by up to 30% during storms: CLOSE THE INTERIOR DOORS too! This helps balance pressure inside your home and reduces stress on the roof. #Milton #FLwx

The outer bands of #Milton have begun to bring tropical storm-force winds and tens of tornado warnings over the past few hours. Gauges in #Naples and #FortMyers are starting to show some storm surge. The eye is currently about 120 miles SW of Tampa, 110 miles SW of Fort Myers, with maximum winds reaching 130 mph (Category 4).

Two weeks ago, I shared a video from @MesoMax919 illustrating what a 15 ft storm surge could look like for #Helene. I didn’t expect we’d be here again so soon, with so many lives and properties at risk from the devastating storm surges #Milton could bring. While Florida's building codes held up against the powerful winds of Cat 4 #Ian in 2022, storm surges are a different story. Are our homes truly built to withstand such catastrophic surges? I have my doubts. This highlights a much larger issue: "Urban development in low-lying, flood-prone areas." #Milton #FLwx

These folks are absolute heroes! Many of them remain unrecognized, yet they carry out the vital mission of collecting data that informs models, preparations, and disaster response efforts! #Milton

#Milton is completing an eyewall replacement cycle, leading to changes in its maximum wind speed and an increase in size. While it’s relatively compact now, by landfall, it will be larger, affecting areas both inside and outside the cone with storm surge, winds, and rainfall. Per the latest NHC advisory (8 AM EST - Oct 8th) for #Milton: * Severe winds at the higher end of a Category 3 hurricane are expected, with the potential for significant wind damage. * Rainfall of 5 to 12 inches, with localized totals up to 18 inches, is forecast across central to northern Florida through Thursday, posing a moderate to high flash flooding risk for areas like Tampa and Orlando. * Storm surge of 10-15 feet is possible from Anclote River, FL to Englewood, FL, including Tampa Bay. If you're in a storm surge evacuation zone, this may be your last chance to evacuate. Follow the guidance of your local authorities. Stay safe!

Mother Nature continues to show her immense power with Category 5 #Milton. The 2024 season is rewriting the record books with the earliest Category 5 in the Atlantic, #Beryl, and now the strongest hurricane ever recorded in the Gulf of Mexico this late in the year, #Milton.

Per the latest NHC advisory (5 AM EST - Oct 7th) for #Milton: * Significant uncertainty remains around the exact landfall location and timing, but Category 3 hurricane-force winds (125 mph, nearing Category 4) are expected. * The storm surge threat is very real. The entire west coast of Florida should prepare for some level of surge. From Yankeetown to Bonita Beach, surges could reach double digits. These numbers may change as the landfall location becomes clearer. * Over the next day, #Milton is expected to strengthen into a Category 4 hurricane. However, it will encounter less favorable conditions before landfall, likely weakening to a strong Category 3. Despite this, it will remain a large and powerful storm. * After landfall, #Milton will become extratropical—bringing heavy rain across the Florida peninsula. Rainfall totals of 6 to 12 inches are expected. Now is the time to prepare for #Milton. Stay calm and follow local officials' instructions.

There is still considerable uncertainty regarding the intensity and exact location of #Milton’s landfall. Models suggest a period of rapid intensification, but before landfall, the storm may encounter a more hostile environment with dry air and increasing wind shear. How much this weakens the eyewall will play a crucial role in determining the wind speeds and storm surge severity at landfall. One concern is that the storm could expand in size due to these conditions, which would increase the risk of a more severe storm surge. If landfall occurs north of #TampaBay, the surge in that area could be significant. A lot could still change in the next few hours. Now is the time to be prepared! #FLwx