After we’ve racked up ten named storms this season…and roughly a month-long period (mid-AUG through mid-SEP) with a named storm somewhere in the Atlantic Basin…it’s nice to have a break in the action across the tropics.
The overall environment the last few days, although likely temporary, has not been condusive to development, mainly thanks to a “shield” of upper level wind shear in Atlantic.
For those of you who keep close tabs on the weather, specifically tropical weather, you’ll know we reached the statistical peak of hurricane season late last week. But just reaching the peak does not mean it’s over. Far from it, in fact. Even though it’s quiet now, the next four week period or so constitutes the “hang on to your hat” part of this roller coaster ride. Reaching the peak of the season doesn’t mean the rest of the season is a fast down-hill slope to the end, November 30th.
Please know: I’m not saying we’re going to see explosive development in the Atlantic, Caribbean or Gulf of Mexico…
I am saying, though, that playing the historical/statistical trends, we’re bound to have some more storms out there. On top of that, the later we get in the season, the better the chances for storms to form “closer to home” versus tracking them across the open oceans.
So enjoy the lull we have and hope that it lasts. Likely, it won’t. There will be a few more storms to go. “Kyle” is up to bat next…but right now I don’t see him on deck.
If you need a laugh, please have it at the expense of one of my close friend, Mike Bettes. Mike, co-host of “Abrams & Bettes” on recently NBC-acquired network channel “The Weather Channel,” is seen here covering “Ike’s” landfall last week. Attempting to position himself, the wind gets the best of him. Pure grace, Mike…and I’m glad you didn’t get hurt!
Fast forward to :45 to get to the good stuff.
-Ryan
Ryan, that was mean! (But funny). I’m glad Mike had a soft landing. I am always AMAZED that reporters will stand out there in a dangerous storm just to get the story. Believe me, as a viewer, I don’t need people to put themselves in danger to let me know how bad a storm is. Point the camera toward a reinforced window, or something!
I recently wrote a letter to the NBC6 weather team, and if it wasn’t clear in the letter, I want to include Ryan when complimenting you all on your professionalism and decency when you report the weather. Great job, everyone.