When does your area experience the last spring freeze? The vernal equinox signals the astronomical beginning of spring. Meteorologists often divide the seasons into equal three month periods that align with calendar months. By their definition spring starts on 1 March. While both of these definitions work for their communities,… Read more“Map Monday, Last Spring Freeze Date in the US”
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Map Monday, What is Tornado Alley?
Tornado Alley is a non-scientific term used to describe an area in the US where tornadoes are frequent. By some estimates, as many as 25% of the world’s tornadoes form in Tornado Alley. Coined by two US Air Force meteorologists (Maj Ernest Fawbush & Captain Robert Miller) to describe their… Read more“Map Monday, What is Tornado Alley?”
Map Monday, Obesity a Growing Problem in US States & Territories
Obesity, smoking, and substance abuse are the unholy trinity of self-inflicted health crises in the modern world. Obesity occupies a unique position among these three vices. The Good – Smoking Declines No one advocates taking up smoking to improve your health. According to the American Lung Association in my lifetime… Read more“Map Monday, Obesity a Growing Problem in US States & Territories”