Crash Course Kids
Severe Weather
So, what's the difference between 'weather' and 'severe weather'? Is it just how hard the wind is blowing? Is it just thunder and lighting? Well, it can be some or all of those things. In this episode of Crash Course Kids, Sabrina talks...
Crash Course Kids
Severe Weather
So, what's the difference between 'weather' and 'severe weather'? Is it just how hard the wind is blowing? Is it just thunder and lighting? Well, it can be some or all of those things. In this episode of Crash Course Kids, Sabrina talks...
Bozeman Science
ESS3B - Natural Hazards
In this video Paul Andersen explains how natural disasters (like earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanoes and flooding) have affected and will continue to affect humans on the planet. Many of the natural hazards (like volcanoes and storms) can...
Curated Video
Weather Tools 2
Dr. Forrester explains different types of tools used to predict weather.
Curated Video
Natures Destructive Force
Dr. Forrester explains how wind and thunderstorms drive tornadoes and hurricanes.
Great Big Story
Tony Laubach, The Thrill and Challenge of Storm Chasing
Join Tony Laubach on his exhilarating journey across America as a professional storm chaser and meteorologist, capturing the awe-inspiring power of severe weather.
Curated Video
Had This Been an Actual Emergency
“Had This Been an Actual Emergency” explores different types of storms and how people can prepare for them.
Curated Video
Types of Severe Weather
“Types of Severe Weather” describes weather events such as hurricanes, tornados, dust storms, and northeasters.
Curated Video
The Power and Impact of Wind
This video provides a comprehensive overview of wind, covering its formation, measurement, and various effects on climate and weather. It highlights the importance of wind measurement in engineering and architecture, as well as its...
Curated Video
Exploring the Science and Impact of Snow
This video explains the formation and characteristics of snow. They discuss how snowflakes are made up of ice crystals and how their size and shape depend on temperature and water vapor. The video also highlights the impact of snow on...
Curated Video
Winter: The Coldest Season Explained
In this video, we explore the fascinating science behind winter and why it occurs in different regions of the world. From the Earth's tilt to the effects on plant and animal life, we learn about the changes that come with the coldest...
Curated Video
How to Measure the Speed of Wind
In this video, we explore the fascinating topic of measuring wind speed. We learn about the units used, the different types of anemometers used to measure wind speed, and the importance of understanding wind speed in various aspects of...
Curated Video
Dust Storms: Causes, Effects, and Precautions
This video provides an overview of dust storms, explaining their causes, effects, and hazards. It emphasizes the importance of taking cover quickly during a dust storm and highlights the damage they can cause to structures, equipment,...
Curated Video
Understanding and Mitigating the Impact of Floods
This video provides an overview of floods, including their causes and different types. It also highlights the potential impacts of prolonged flooding, such as damage to infrastructure and increased risk of waterborne diseases. The video...
Curated Video
Exploring Solar Flares: The Power and Impact of the Sun
Explore the fascinating phenomenon of solar flares and their impact on Earth. These flares can affect space weather near Earth, produce harmful radiation, and even cause disruptions to communication systems and power grids.
Curated Video
El Niño Weather Phenomenon
This video provides an overview and explanation of the weather phenomenon known as El Niño. It discusses the origins of the term "El Niño," as well as the varying effects of El Niño on different regions of the planet, including changes...
Curated Video
Understanding Heat Waves
Learn about heat waves, how they are defined in different regions, and the potential impacts they can have on humans, the environment, and infrastructure. This video also highlights the increased risk of heat-related illnesses during...
Curated Video
Exploring the Power of Volcanoes
This video provides a brief overview of volcanoes, explaining how they are formed and the various effects of volcanic eruptions. It also highlights the importance of monitoring and studying volcanoes to minimize the hazards they pose,...
Curated Video
Understanding Supercells: Types and Characteristics
Explore the fascinating world of supercell storms. From their unique characteristics and formation process to the different types of supercells and the potential dangers they pose, viewers will gain a comprehensive understanding of these...
Curated Video
What is La Niña?
La Niña is a weather event characterized by colder temperatures, strong winter winds, and higher than average rainfall. This video discusses how La Niña occurs, its impact on different regions, and how scientists are able to predict...
Curated Video
The Fujiwara Effect: When Cyclones Collide
Learn about a meteorological phenomenon called the Fujiwara effect, which occurs when two nearby cyclones interact with each other and close the distance between their low pressure areas.
Curated Video
Understanding the Destructive Force of Hail
Discover what hail is and how it is formed during thunderstorms. This video discusses the specific conditions needed for hail to form and the differences between hail, snow, and sleet. It also highlights the hazards and damages that...
Science360
When Nature Strikes - Flash Floods
Flash floods can happen anywhere, but factors such as heavy precipitation, geography and soil conditions can put some areas at greater risk. Russ Schumacher at Colorado State University is studying these factors to make more accurate...
Curated Video
The Devastation of Hurricane Katrina
In August 2005, a strong tropical cyclone hit the Southeastern United States. This storm became known as Hurricane Katrina. Learn about where Katrina landed and the devastation it caused.