***Official 2023 Weather Thread***

[cstrunk]

I don't really care whether people watch Ryan or not, this is probably a bigger part of the future than many people admit, but this is completely detached from reality or whatever was sold here.

Warnings come directly from the National Weather Service. We get them instantly, and are in webchats with them. There's literally no way it could be faster or different. Legally only the NWS can issue a warning...so...

And we're all accessing and using NWS radar data, in addition to stations that own their own radar, which again, the data is the data. Dude doesn't have his own radars out there, so, I mean...quicker and better?

But by all means, pay attention to someone. Ryan Hall is an option, but you could lose local attention when he's got to cover the whole country. Have either him or something local on a second sreen.

I get where you are coming from, but I've seen many times first hand from his coverage where they highlight a storm that looks like it's about to or already is producing a tornado before the official warning is distributed to the public. I agree that when the threat is very widespread, it's impossible for one person to adequately cover all areas under the gun. Today is a case where you should also be paying attention to your local media outlets if there are storms in your area.

For localized outbreaks, I think Ryan and crew do a very good job. They also have the benefit of having a lot of storm chasers out in the field with their eyes on the storms and live video feeds.

For today, 1) pay attention to local media and 2) nothing wrong with also watching Ryan.

 

[FDWxMan]

I get where you are coming from, but I've seen many times first hand from his coverage where they highlight a storm that looks like it's about to or already is producing a tornado before the official warning is distributed to the public. I agree that when the threat is very widespread, it's impossible for one person to adequately cover all areas under the gun. Today is a case where you should also be paying attention to your local media outlets if there are storms in your area.

For localized outbreaks, I think Ryan and crew do a very good job. They also have the benefit of having a lot of storm chasers out in the field with their eyes on the storms and live video feeds.

For today, 1) pay attention to local media and 2) nothing wrong with also watching Ryan.

Absolutely. Not saying don't watch. I also have many examples of doing this saved on my resume tape, maybe just not a flashy sometimes.

And believe me, when I'm in the hot seat running radar, I absolutely am monitoring Severe Studios and the other chaser feeds on one of my monitors. Takes a village.

 

[Cyhig]

I don't really care whether people watch Ryan or not, this is probably a bigger part of the future than many people admit, but this is completely detached from reality or whatever was sold here.

Warnings come directly from the National Weather Service. We get them instantly, and are in webchats with them. There's literally no way it could be faster or different. Legally only the NWS can issue a warning...so...

And we're all accessing and using NWS radar data, in addition to stations that own their own radar, which again, the data is the data. Dude doesn't have his own radars out there, so, I mean...quicker and better?

But by all means, pay attention to someone. Ryan Hall is an option, but you could lose local attention when he's got to cover the whole country. Have either him or something local on a secon

I get where you are coming from, but I've seen many times first hand from his coverage where they highlight a storm that looks like it's about to or already is producing a tornado before the official warning is distributed to the public. I agree that when the threat is very widespread, it's impossible for one person to adequately cover all areas under the gun. Today is a case where you should also be paying attention to your local media outlets if there are storms in your area.

For localized outbreaks, I think Ryan and crew do a very good job. They also have the benefit of having a lot of storm chasers out in the field with their eyes on the storms and live video feeds.

For today, 1) pay attention to local media and 2) nothing wrong with also watching Ryan.

I would add Ryan does a great job, but they will tend to focus on the more violent storms. This is likely to be a day where they may not be able to keep up with the different storms. The only storm that matters is the one heading to your neighborhood.

I would recommend having at least a local source for up to date information about storms heading in your direction

 

[Gorm]

I get where you are coming from, but I've seen many times first hand from his coverage where they highlight a storm that looks like it's about to or already is producing a tornado before the official warning is distributed to the public. I agree that when the threat is very widespread, it's impossible for one person to adequately cover all areas under the gun. Today is a case where you should also be paying attention to your local media outlets if there are storms in your area.

For localized outbreaks, I think Ryan and crew do a very good job. They also have the benefit of having a lot of storm chasers out in the field with their eyes on the storms and live video feeds.

For today, 1) pay attention to local media and 2) nothing wrong with also watching Ryan.

The "normies" can stick to local media. The ones who are more experienced at knowing what they are talking about can watch Ryan Hall or any of the other streamers.

 

[wxman1]

As expected PDS watch incoming.

 

[mj4cy]

So how bad will it be in DSM? gotta go pick kids up this afternoon...

 

[3TrueFans]

Kids and I already prepped our basement. Just finished taking photos of everything.

Reminds me I need to go take a picture of my Ferrari.

 

[FDWxMan]

I would add Ryan does a great job, but they will tend to focus on the more violent storms. This is likely to be a day where they may not be able to keep up with the different storms. The only storm that matters is the one heading to your neighborhood.

I would recommend having at least a local source for up to date information about storms heading in your direction

Yes, it's hard enough sometimes for us when we've got multiple warnings, and technically we're only responsible for 35 counties. Gotta triage.

And if there's a "monster wedge" on video in Arkansas, but nobody has a view in Iowa at the moment...it's easy to get distracted.

Again, not saying turn him off, just double up. Heads on a swivel.

 

[clone52]

I get where you are coming from, but I've seen many times first hand from his coverage where they highlight a storm that looks like it's about to or already is producing a tornado before the official warning is distributed to the public. I agree that when the threat is very widespread, it's impossible for one person to adequately cover all areas under the gun. Today is a case where you should also be paying attention to your local media outlets if there are storms in your area.

For localized outbreaks, I think Ryan and crew do a very good job. They also have the benefit of having a lot of storm chasers out in the field with their eyes on the storms and live video feeds.

For today, 1) pay attention to local media and 2) nothing wrong with also watching Ryan.

So his predictions might be a little quicker, but you see that with the local news too. When their are in constant coverage for Tornado Warnings, they are often looking at different areas for rotation and stuff like that and often will say "We might get a new Tornado Warning from the NWS for this cell shortly...and there it is.

 

[FDWxMan]

 

[awd4cy]

Updated map

 

[wxman1]

 

[CYEATHAWK]

This has the..............potential............of being somewhat like the 1974 super outbreak that struck the Ohio Valley. Hope not because that killed more than 300 people. The setup however is much the same.

And every precaution is warranted. If it ends up being a dud.........so much the better. However my thinking it's not going to be a dud.

 

[cowgirl836]

"numerous strong tornadoes expected" damn they aren't messing around

 

[cmjh10]

We are under a winter weather advisory. This is weird

Now under a tornado watch

 

[cowgirl836]

Now under a tornado watch

along with the winter advisory or did that expire?

 

[cowgirl836]

Clearly, March is going out as a lion this year.

 

[ScottyP]

Should we be getting Dorothy ready?

RIP Bill "The Extreme" Paxton

 

[ClonerJams]

Sunny and warm in the Des Moines area. Not great Bob

 

[Ms3r4ISU]

Ames school dismissing early.