WeatherBrains 121: From Miami to Sioux Falls
WeatherBrains Episode 121 is now online (May 20, 2008). The netcast audio program for people who really love weather.
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From Miami to Sioux Falls: This week our motley crew of weather geeks goes north to South Dakota for a visit with Dr. Jay Trobec, chief meteorologist with KELO-TV in Sioux Falls. Unlike a lot of weather folks who recall an attraction to weather at an early age, Jay began his television career as a sportscaster in North Dakota and moved to KELO over 20 years ago. His formal credentials include the Certified Broadcast Meteorologist designation from the American Meteorological Society and National Weather Association Broadcast Seal of Approval. Jay’s education includes a B. A. from St. John’s University, an M. A. from Mississippi State University, and Doctorate in Atmospheric, Environmental, and Water Resources from South Dakota State University.
From The Weather Center:
WeatherBrains 101: What’s in a name? Hurricane season is quickly approaching, so this week our illustrious professor looks into the naming of tropical systems. Arthur will be the first storm of the 2008 season, but unfortunately Hurricane Brian is not on the list.
This Week in Weather History: Bill Murray takes a look at some weather events for this week. How about the birthday of Gustav Coriolis who was born this week in 1792? Dust storms, tornadoes, dense fog, and a volcano make up some of the facts from this week in weather history.
Listener Surveys: Okay, we continue to drive this topic into the ground, but we really do like to hear from you. Many thanks to everyone who has taken the time to fill out the Listener Survey. The survey takes just a minute or two to complete and provides us with an opportunity to learn where you are and hear your thoughts and comments on the show. Click here to take the survey.
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