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The Other Kind of Funneling in DC - Funnel Cloud seen over the Capitol Dome
The Other Kind of Funneling in DC - Funnel Cloud seen over the Capitol Dome
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Length:
7 minutes
Released:
Aug 1, 2023
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Podcast episode
Description
A now-viral image on X (Twitter) shows a funnel cloud above the United States Capitol Dome. There are often many misconceptions about the connection of funnel clouds with tornadoes. What is a funnel cloud, what led to this one in particular, and why is it harmless?
Potentially Useful Information:
AP Article on the Funnel Cloud
National Weather Service Glossary of Weather Terms
Storm Prediction Center's Convective Outlook for July 25
WaPo article with Jeff Halverson Quote
Thanks for listening to this week's episode! Please consider leaving a rating and giving me a follow on X (Twitter) @theGavinWhiteWX
Potentially Useful Information:
AP Article on the Funnel Cloud
National Weather Service Glossary of Weather Terms
Storm Prediction Center's Convective Outlook for July 25
WaPo article with Jeff Halverson Quote
Thanks for listening to this week's episode! Please consider leaving a rating and giving me a follow on X (Twitter) @theGavinWhiteWX
Released:
Aug 1, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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