Massive Hailstorm Hits OKC + More

Hurricane Helene set to make landfall tomorrow in Florida!

Who said September weather was dull? NOT ME!

(It’s never dull.)

But first…this is a new space I hope to use every Wednesday to discuss the biggest weather stories, update any needed forecasts, and share science and technology information with you! Many folks in our surveys indicated they want more educational material in the newsletter, and I feel strongly that this is the best way to deliver it. As always, your comments are welcome as we refine this format for future editions.

Supercell yesterday as captured by Titan Brett Wright in Norman, Oklahoma.

The Big 3

1. Hurricane Helene is making its way to the Florida Coast with 12-18 foot storm surges likely. Forecasts currently call for this storm to be a major, category three hurricane as it comes ashore. I do have questions on how far this thing can intensify — and I’d say the intensity forecasts are likely subject to a decent bit of error both ways. As it stands, the official forecast calls for ~130mph winds at landfall.

2. Did you see this? Yest…