Author Archives: Ryan Difani

Monday evening update on Winter Weather Possibilities (Update at 8:27 pm) The wintry weather got a head start this afternoon when a wave of moisture reached into south-central Kentucky and dropped a quick burst of snow. Snow began falling in … Continue reading →

Forecast Discussion: Somebody turn up the heat because its cold outside! The coldest air so far this season has arrived to south-central Kentucky after three pushes of cold air have moved in this past week. The cold air along with … Continue reading →

After a rainy start to the weekend on Saturday morning, weather conditions certainly cleared up for a gorgeous Sunday. The day got off to the chilliest start of the fall season thus far though. The low was 34 at the … Continue reading →

After a cool start to the week temperatures have gradually climbed and today’s high (Thursday) was actually a few degrees above average for this time of year. Temperatures were allowed to warm under generally sunny skies. The warmer temperatures and … Continue reading →

The last couple of days have been incredible weather-wise. The early part of last week was warm and humid making it feel very uncomfortable. Behind the front which passed through Thursday afternoon MUCH cooler and drier air moved in. In … Continue reading →

We started the day in Salina, KS after staying there overnight and catching much needed rest from the previous day’s chasing. As is usually the case we met at 9 am for a forecast discussion led by one of the … Continue reading →

We started the day in Wichita, KS after a brief chase on our travel day. The SPC had already outlined the day with a “Moderate Risk” over north central Oklahoma into southeast Kansas, with one risk being tornadoes. The group … Continue reading →

The trip started bright and early this year as the group decided to leave Bowling Green at 4 am on Saturday morning in order to possibly chase some storms in southern Kansas. The trip usually requires a full day of … Continue reading →

It’s that time of year again when WKU storm chasers set out on their annual adventure to forecast and document severe weather in the US Great Plains. Dr. Josh Durkee, associate professor of meteorology/geography, along with Dr. Grady Dixon, associate professor … Continue reading →

The AMS/NWA Local Chapter (Meteorology Club) is proud to announce that it will be hosting its first Weather Camp this Summer on July 15 – 19, 2013.  Applications are now being accepted and will be accepted until June 15, 2013.  … Continue reading →