Tropical Storm Aere
Tropical Storm Aere Its only the end of June but we are just finding new ways to keep cool. Sure we can go to the waterpark, go to the beach, or just spray ourselves with the garden hose. But for those living in Japan and South Korea, they are just days away from being wet with monsoon rains. Tropical Storm Aere has just manifested from the Pacific Ocean and its making its way North, hurdling towards Japan and making touchdown in South Korea. As this is monsoon season for Asian nations, we can expect more severe storms and typhoons to batter these nations. But these are just the beginning storms. Those living in Asia need to take heed for what is to come in July and August. Well, for the western hemisphere, our time is coming. July will be the start and August will be the breaking point for all-new…
Tropical Storm Chaba
Tropical Storm Chaba, another tropical storm in the Pacific Ocean, has manifested in the South China Sea and is projected to head north toward Southern China with some storms and rainfall in Macau, Guangzhou, and possibly light showers in Hong Kong. The Philippines Island may be experiencing some showers and winds, but no cause for alarm. As always, be cautious of the storms change in direction, as this can occur within hours. We will continue to monitor the situation as it unfolds. Update 6.30.2022 Tropical Storm Chaba has been increasing strength and its expected to develop into a Severe TS and then to a Typhoon as it makes landfall on the southern tip of China. Expect some flooding along the coastline and heavy rains in Macau. So much for the planned vacation at Wynn Macau. Currently no cause for alarm, just keep monitoring the news. Update 7.3.2022 The latest updates…
The Big Storm Is Coming
As many of us know, hurricane season is upon us, and that means the Atlantic states will be enduring severe storms, flash floods, strong winds, rain and hail, and quite possible tornado offshoots. And with all of these hazards come the risk of extreme damage to your property and to your very life. Last year, Hurricane Ida was a heavy-hitting Category 4 hurricane that decimated Louisiana, damaged New Jersey, New York, and other Atlantic coastal states. To see an example of some of the carnage left behind in New Orleans, watch this YouTube video from the Washington Post by clicking here. As a new season begins, meteorologists, emergency managers, utility companies, and residents who live in high-risk areas should always maintain vigilance and keep track of all the hurricane and tropical storms that manifest. But why should we keep tabs on those storms that are not in our area? Simple…
Monkeypox Outbreak: A New Pandemic
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has received many confirmed reports in several countries, including the U.S., of an outbreak of a novel strain of the Monkeypox. The UK, Spain, Portugal, and the U.S. have confirmed a small number of growing Monkeypox cases that have caused global concern. This strain of Monkeypox, which is commonly found in Africa, was brought to Massachusetts by someone who had just travelled from the UK. And while the strain is considered rare and centralized in Africa, epidemiologists still have concerns as it is a novel strain, similar to the recent SARS-CoVID-2 strain, or COVID-19, with its many sub-variants like the Delta and Omicron, are not taking any chances and monitoring the current situation closely. What is Monkeypox? Monkeypox is a rare disease that comes from the same family of viruses as Smallpox, the pandemic outbreak that devastated more than half of the…
Twister 2022: This Ain’t No Movie
Unlike the 1996 Hollywood movie that created an internet meme of a cow flying in the air, twisters, or tornadoes, are no laughing matter. Tornadoes happen in all 50 states and they take many forms. In the West, they may be known as Dust Devils, Dust Cyclones, or Sand Devils. They can be small in nature or they could be immense. The winds of Dust Devils aren’t as strong as compared to other regions, but the fact that they blanket the skyline with dust, reduce visibility by up to 100%, and can cause inhalation problems or get in your engine, still drives a need for high concern. When mixed with water, a tornado becomes a water cyclone or water spout. But among all 50 states where tornadoes could manifest, there is one region where tornadoes are frequent. That region is known as Tornado Alley. Regardless of where you live, you…