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09/13/2024

Happy Friday the 13th! What are some of your superstitions? 😱👻

09/13/2024

🔥 THICKER WILDFIRE SMOKE RETURNS TODAY 🔥

Concentrations of wildfire smoke will return to the Commonwealth today, with higher concentrations denoted by the orange and red colors. This smoke is expected to remain mostly aloft with little to no surface smoke. Skies will likely look hazy this afternoon. This will also enhance the sunrises and sunsets- be on the lookout! 💨🔥

09/13/2024

Good morning, happy Friday! While it will be Friday the 13th, the weather conditions will be far from scary with mostly sunny skies and temperatures in the 70s & 80s. Elevated smoke across northern PA may aide in smoky skies. Otherwise, a beautiful afternoon is to be expected. Stay tuned! ☀️

09/13/2024

Wow! A surprise CME arrival between 4-6am this morning brought beautiful displays to the northern United States. This is a camera view from Maine, where you can view on https://www.neoc.com/webcam3/. A few lucky folks who were up this morning were able to even capture the Northern Lights here in Pennsylvania. As the sun enters the solar maximum part of its 11-year cycle, auroral displays will become more frequent for the next few years.

09/13/2024

Unfortunately the solar storm appears to be weakening (of course, right on time for sunset)! There may be periods of aurora throughout the night but it is not a guarantee and does not appear to be the same magnitude as Europe experienced hours prior.

09/13/2024

Anyone dealing with lantern fly problems the past few weeks? 😂🐞🕷️

09/13/2024

Anyone see auroras out there this evening? Look north and send in any reports!

09/12/2024

WAITING FOR NIGHT IN NORTH AMERICA…

A strong G3 geomagnetic storm is currently impacting the Earth with auroras heading down to VERY LOW geomagnetic latitudes, very similar to G4/G5 latitudes. This shows you that the geomagnetic storm category OR KP-index is not accurate for aurora viewing as conditions usually over-achieve. These are cameras coming out of Germany, which is similar to the geomagnetic latitude of the Carolinas!

If you want to see auroras this evening, we will need this storm to not lose intensity. If you want to capture any colors, look north right after sunset (best after 8:45-9pm).

Stay tuned to updates. Fingers crossed this storming lingers for us here in Pennsylvania! 🤞🏼🌌

09/12/2024

🔥 THICKER WILDFIRE SMOKE RETURNS TOMORROW 🔥

Concentrations of wildfire smoke will return to the Commonwealth tonight into tomorrow, with higher concentrations denoted by the orange and red colors. This smoke is expected to remain mostly aloft with little to no surface smoke. Skies will likely look hazy. This will likely enhance the sunrises and sunsets- be on the lookout! 💨🔥

09/12/2024

** POTENTIAL NORTHERN LIGHTS TONIGHT **

The Northern Lights may be visible for the entirety of Pennsylvania (on the horizion) later tonight and into the very early morning hours of Friday morning with potential solar storm conditions. Here is the cloud viewing forecast for tonight through the Friday morning hours.

Keep in mind, aurora forecasting is very difficult and it is not a guarantee it will occur again tonight. As of right now, a G3 solar storm is occuring and could continue to occur later this evening and into the overnight with a CME (coronal mass ejection) arrivial. These forecasts may be slightly under-done or over-done which will have an impact on the aurora viewing.

KEEP IN MIND... THE CME (coronal mass ejection) IMPACT WILL DETERMINE IF AURORAS WILL OR WILL NOT OCCUR TONIGHT. A DELAYED ARRIVAL OR NO ARRIVAL IS VERY MUCH POSSIBLE. SPACE WEATHER IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO PREDICT.

**Travelling long distances is not recommended (high risk, although high reward). **

To be able to see the auroras, you will need a good view of the northern horizion, away from heavy light pollution. Smartphone & digital cameras will best pick up on the Northern Lights. Your eyes will need to adjust to the dark for at least 30 minutes as well. The best timing will be AFTER 9:00 PM.

Stay tuned for updates!

09/12/2024

🌌 SURPRISE AURORAS 🌌

A surprise aurora night show occurred between 4-6am early this morning with a G2 strength solar storm. Jan Haag of Jefferson County was fortunate enough to capture some of the pinks this morning. There will be another opportunity for auroras tonight. Stay tuned!

09/12/2024

If you were up between 4-6am this morning, a surprise CME produced auroras! Was anyone up for it?

09/12/2024

Good morning, happy Thursday! It will be another beautiful day with temperatures in the 70s & 80s under mostly sunny skies. Enjoy the sunshine and warmer days- the cloudy and cold days of winter are under 2 months away!

09/12/2024

** NORTHERN LIGHTS POSSIBLE AGAIN **

Auroras may be visible across the state late Thursday evening into Friday morning. As of right now, the Space Weather Prediction Center has issued a forecast for a G2 (out of 5) solar storm strength with this CME arrivial. These forecasts may be under-done or over-done depending on the strength of the CME as it impacts Earth. Stay tuned to updates tomorrow- I will have a cloud viewing forecast in the morning. Stay tuned!

09/11/2024

** WARM, DRY PATTERN CONTINUES **

A detailed blog post is now up on Patreon, talking about the current warm and dry pattern. However, it will not stay this dry for much longer- I am timing out the next rainfall risk and taking a look if any pattern changes are in store for cooler conditions.

Read more here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/dry-and-warm-111872962?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link

09/11/2024

It is shaping up to be a fantastic weekend across the Commonwealth as the high pressure system hold strong across the region. Mostly sunny (minus high-level cirrus clouds) skies are expected with temperatures rising into the mid-80s for some areas. A bit on the warmer side to do a few last minute summer activities! ☀️ 😎

09/11/2024

On this morning, 23 years ago, the crispy autumn air and clear skies dazzled over New York City. A hurricane, hundreds of miles off the eastern shore spun away. Also on this particular morning, 2,606 workers woke up for work, 246 people boarded flights, 343 fire fighters were preparing for their shift and 60 officers ready for patrol. All of these people never saw the light of day again by the late morning hours. Life is full of fleeting, uncertain, and impermanent moments. Enjoy every moment of everyday and life live to the fullest! Never Forget! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🏙️

09/11/2024

Good morning, happy Wednesday! It will be a beautiful day with temperatures in the 70s and 80s. As we enjoy the amazing weather, we also remember a horrific day in American history. Never forget and spread kindess in all aspects of life! 🇺🇸 ☀️

09/10/2024

AURORA UPDATE:

The CME (coronal mass ejection) arrival appears to be weaker than expected. Geomagnetic storm activity tonight is deemed unlikely (which is unfortunate with the clear skies). We will have another oppertunity Thursday night into early Friday morning. Stay tuned!

09/10/2024

** SPACEX LAUNCH OVER PITTSBURGH**

Wow- look at this awesome photo sent in by Dustin McGrew of the SpaceX Falcon 9 launch as seen over Pittsburgh earlier this morning. What an amazing sight!

You can check out more of his photos here: https://www.facebook.com/dustinmcgrewphoto

09/10/2024

TWO opportunities for Northern Lights this week. First chance comes tonight with another chance Thursday night - Friday AM. Stay tuned! 🤞🏼🌌

09/10/2024

Anyone get pictures or videos of the SpaceX launch this morning? 🚀🚀🚀

09/10/2024

** POTENTIAL NORTHERN LIGHTS TONIGHT **

The Northern Lights may be visible for the entirety of Pennsylvania (on the horizion) later tonight and into the very early morning hours of Wednesday morning with potential solar storm conditions. Here is the cloud viewing forecast for tonight through the Wednesday morning hours.

Keep in mind, aurora forecasting is very difficult and it is not a guarantee it will occur again tonight. As of right now, a G2 solar storm is expected to occur later this evening and into the overnight with a CME (coronal mass ejection) arrivial. These forecasts may be slightly under-done or over-done which will have an impact on the aurora viewing.

KEEP IN MIND... THE CME (coronal mass ejection) IMPACT WILL DETERMINE IF AURORAS WILL OR WILL NOT OCCUR TONIGHT. A DELAYED ARRIVAL OR NO ARRIVAL IS VERY MUCH POSSIBLE. SPACE WEATHER IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO PREDICT.

**Travelling long distances is not recommended (high risk, although high reward). **

To be able to see the auroras, you will need a good view of the northern horizion, away from heavy light pollution. Smartphone & digital cameras will best pick up on the Northern Lights. Your eyes will need to adjust to the dark for at least 30 minutes as well. The best timing will be AFTER 9:00 PM.

Stay tuned for updates!

09/10/2024

Thank you all for 40,000 followers! Another amazing achievement that wouldn’t be possible without all of your support.

09/10/2024

Good morning, happy Tuesday! It will be a spectacular afternoon with high temperatures in the upper-60s to low-80s with mostly sunny skies. Get outdoors and soak in the sunshine- we will soon wish for days like today! ☀️

09/10/2024

The clouds always find a way! ☁️

09/10/2024

** SUMMER HEAT & DRY WEATHER RETURNS **

After a few cooler days, the above average temperatures and summer-like warmth will make a prolonged return, at least through the middle of the month. The CPC is projected above normal temperatures through September 23rd for the majority of the central and eastern US. High temperatures will likely climb into the 80s for many locations with some localized areas across southern PA may reach the upper-80s once again. Virtually little to no precipitation is expected as well, which may pose a risk for some drought revival. A more detailed outlook was posted on Patreon yesterday. Stay tuned to updates!

09/09/2024

➡️ AURORA'S POSSIBLE TOMORROW NIGHT, SEPTEMBER 10TH ⬅️

🌌After reviewing the latest information and space weather data, it appears the chance for an aurora show tomorrow night is possible. The best conditions will occur after 9pm, once the entire sky settles dark after dusk. To be able to see these auroras, you will need to look north away from high light pollution areas.

➡️It is still not a 100% guarantee that auroras will occur tomorrow night, but the odds are looking decent with a moderate geomangetic storm expected. If you are travelling long distances to see these auroras, be prepared for disappointment.

☁️I will have a cloud viewing forecast later tomorrow morning, which is looking great. Stay tuned for that! If you have any questions, please link them below.

09/09/2024

Auroras will be possible tomorrow, Tuesday, September 10th. As of right now, the SWPC is projecting a G2 strength storm. Stay tuned! ⚠️🌌

09/09/2024

Summing up the weather today! 😂❄️🌸🏖️🍁

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No- the radar is not showing precipitation this afternoon across southwestern PA but are lantern flies and other bugs and insects. 🕷️ 🐞 #bug #lanternflies #pittsburgh #radar

Tropical Storm Francine has developed in the Gulf of Mexico and will move northward while strengthening into a hurricane before making landfall in Louisiana on Wednesday. Impacts to Pennsylvania seem highly unlikely at the moment. #hurricane #hurricaneseason #tropics #francine #weather #meteorology #forecast

WOW! Look at the strong wind gusts and heavy rainfall as a severe thunderstorm ripped through Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, Friday evening. Thank you for sharing this video with us Lin Da! ⚠️⛈️☔️ #thunderstorm #pennsylvania #weather #nature #severeweather #wind #rain #meteorology #STEM #viral #breaking #PAwx

WOW!!! Watch as a tree comes flying down in high winds as a severe thunderstorm moved through the region. Thank you Deanna Marie for sharing this crazy video. Fortunately no one was harmed in the filming of this video.⚠️⛈️ #severethunderstorm #thunderstorm #pennsylvania #pawx #wind #science #weather #meteorology #breaking

Hail was observed in New Brighton this evening as a severe thunderstorm moved through. Thank you Shana Davis for the video. Stay safe! 🧊⛈️⚠️ #hail #hailstorm #severeweather #severethunderstorm #pennsylvania #pawx #stem #meteorology #weather #viral

Storms Firing Up ⛈️🌧️

Showers and thunderstorms are beginning to fire across western Pennsylvania. These will become more numerous into the evening and overnight hours. If you are going to Friday Night Lights, make sure you have plans to seek shelter indoors! #pennsylvania #pittsburgh #erie #westernpa #thunderstorms #radarscope #rain

A stormy end to the week will impact plans to those in western Pennsylvania this afternoon and evening. Strong storms are in the forecast. Stay tuned for updates! ⛈️⚠️ #Pittsburgh #erie #pennsylvania #thunderstorm #severeweather #wind #lightning #thunder #weather #meteorology #forecast

are you ready for winter? the first snow of the season is less than 3 months away, and soon enough we’ll be tracking winter storms! ❄️☃️🥶 #winter #pennsylvania #weather #meteorology #snow #winteriscoming #viral #blizzard

Here is my personal time lapse that I recorded ahead of a line of storms that brought strong winds, heavy rain, and frequent lightning to the State College area. ⚠️⛈️⚡️ #severethunderstorm #thunderstorm #pennsylvania #weather #meteorology #forecast

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Wow! Look at the hailstorm from Sterling, Virginia, Thursday afternoon sent in by Kenneth Sisson. What would you do if you saw this much hail at this size? 🧊 #hail #hailstorm #virginia #thunderstorm #severeweather #Meteorology

Wow! Look at that amazing lightning bolt. Thank you Jeff Burrows for sharing this amazing video. If you captured storm photos or videos from yesterday, feel free to share with us! ⚡️#lightning #pennsylvania #pawx #SevereWeather #thunderstorm #STEM #science #meteorology #viral

Heavy thunderstorms lead to flash flooding in Mill Hall, Pennsylvania, Thursday evening. Thank you Toby Fravel for sending in this video! ⛈️☔️ #flashflood #flood #pennsylvania #thunderstorm #weather #meteorology #news #viral

A severe thunderstorm caused flash flooding in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania, this evening. Thank you Jordan Michael for sharing this video of a stairwell waterfall. Stay safe out there! ⛈️☔️ #pennsylvania #weather #nature #flashflood #thunderstorm #viral #science #STEM

A severe thunderstorm caused flash flooding in Lock Haven this afternoon, causing a waterfall formation over this stairwell. Thank you Jordan Michael for capturing this video! ⛈️☔️ #severethunderstorm #flashflood #flood #pennsylvania #pa #weather #viral #science

A severe thunderstorm is moving into Lock Haven at this hour, bringing with it wind gusts over 60mph and 1.5” diameter sized hail. A tornado possible tag had also been added with this severe thunderstorm warning. Seek shelter indoors! ⚠️⛈️ #PAwx #Pennsylvania #SevereThunderstorm

Thank you for this video, Christopher Confer for this video outside of Houston, PA, this afternoon. Shown in the video is not a funnel cloud but a scud cloud. Scud clouds develop ahead of thunderstorms as warm, moist air rises and condenses into a cloud. If it were a funnel cloud, there would be a more defined shape to it with visible rotation. #thunderstorm

A heavy thunderstorm likely caused a downburst east of Washington, PA, this afternoon. This is denoted by the green and red colors on the velocity product of the radar. Green indicates objects moving TOWARD the radar while red indicates AWAY from the radar. If you have any photos or videos, feel free to share!

Future radar over the afternoon and evening hours across central Pennsylvania. Strong to severe thunderstorms are expected with additional flash flood risk. #futureradar #thunderstorms #severeweather #pennsylvania