Fay Takes her Time
Friday, August 22 - Zig zagging across the Florida peninsula the tropical storm has brought over two feet of rain to the Atlantic coastline. A federal disaster declaration was released late Thursday. (More from the Sun-Sentinel and the AP) The tropical wave referenced on Monday is now roughly 600 miles East of the Leeward Islands. See orange circle numbered 1 above. But this new low has not - yet - consolidated to threaten more than thunderstorms. UPDATE: On Sunday, August 24 the National Hurricane Center advised that the new tropical wave, "does not have a well defined surface circulation at this time. However, upper level winds are somewhat favorable for development."
Pandemic Story Book Offered
Friday, August 22 - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released an online collection of stories as part of preparing the public for a new pandemic. According to the CDC, "The online storybook contains narratives from survivors, families, and friends who lived through the 1918 and 1957 pandemics." By considering past patterns it is hoped the public will be better prepared for another pandemic that many consider past due. The stories can be read - or new stories submitted - at http://www.pandemicflu.gov/storybook/stories/index.html.
Bering Glacier Melting Faster
Thursday, August 21 - A new technology for measuring glacial water melt indicates Alaska's Bering Glacier is melting at twice the rate that scientists believed. According to Robert Shuchman, co-director of the Michigan Tech Research Institute (MTRI), "The glacier is releasing approximately 30 cubic kilometers of water a year, more than twice the amount of water in the entire Colorado River." A UPI report is based on a public-private research program.
UK Case Exposes Internet Recruiting
Wednesday, August 20 - A trial that ended this week with the conviction of three British citizens offered details on how the Internet plays a crucial role in the recruitment, training, and management of new terrorists. It also suggested the readiness of terrorist networks to involve increasingly younger individuals. According to one report, "The role of the internet as a gateway to jihad certainly helps account for how individuals as young as Messrs Khan and Munshi – aged 12 and 15 respectively when their interest in jihad began – were able to become involved to begin with. Khan was the quintessential cyber-terrorist, inveigling recruits like Munshi who spent hours surfing jihadist websites."
New Low Forms off Africa
Tuesday, August 19 - At roughly 1700 (EDT) on August 18 Tropical Storm Fay made its US landfall at Key West. A hurricane warning is in effect for the Florida Gulf Coast from Flamingo north to Fernandia Beach. A new low pressure area has formed in the Eastern Atlantic, similar to last Monday's tropical wave that spawned Fay. This system is moving west to west northwest at about 15 miles per hour. The satellite image above was captured at 0715 UTC/0315 EDT on August 19.
Friday, August 22 - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released an online collection of stories as part of preparing the public for a new pandemic. According to the CDC, "The online storybook contains narratives from survivors, families, and friends who lived through the 1918 and 1957 pandemics." By considering past patterns it is hoped the public will be better prepared for another pandemic that many consider past due. The stories can be read - or new stories submitted - at http://www.pandemicflu.gov/storybook/stories/index.html.
Bering Glacier Melting Faster
Thursday, August 21 - A new technology for measuring glacial water melt indicates Alaska's Bering Glacier is melting at twice the rate that scientists believed. According to Robert Shuchman, co-director of the Michigan Tech Research Institute (MTRI), "The glacier is releasing approximately 30 cubic kilometers of water a year, more than twice the amount of water in the entire Colorado River." A UPI report is based on a public-private research program.
UK Case Exposes Internet Recruiting
Wednesday, August 20 - A trial that ended this week with the conviction of three British citizens offered details on how the Internet plays a crucial role in the recruitment, training, and management of new terrorists. It also suggested the readiness of terrorist networks to involve increasingly younger individuals. According to one report, "The role of the internet as a gateway to jihad certainly helps account for how individuals as young as Messrs Khan and Munshi – aged 12 and 15 respectively when their interest in jihad began – were able to become involved to begin with. Khan was the quintessential cyber-terrorist, inveigling recruits like Munshi who spent hours surfing jihadist websites."
New Low Forms off Africa
Tuesday, August 19 - At roughly 1700 (EDT) on August 18 Tropical Storm Fay made its US landfall at Key West. A hurricane warning is in effect for the Florida Gulf Coast from Flamingo north to Fernandia Beach. A new low pressure area has formed in the Eastern Atlantic, similar to last Monday's tropical wave that spawned Fay. This system is moving west to west northwest at about 15 miles per hour. The satellite image above was captured at 0715 UTC/0315 EDT on August 19.
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