Life as a Lions fan.
Life as a Lions fan.
Pine tree snapped in Piedmont, SD. Drove around town and saw a few others in similar condition. #SDwx
Coworker measured a 101 mph gust on the south side of Rapid City. Historic high wind event.
RAPID CITY,SD (RAP) ASOS reports gust of 82 knots (94.4 mph) from NW @ 1213Z -- KRAP 181252Z AUTO 33047G72KT 10SM CLR M04/M13 A2968 RMK AO2 PK WND 32082/1213 PRESRR SLP072 T10441133
Good God. 91 mph gust at NWS Rapid City.
Hoping everyone in the Rapid City area is okay.
ELLSWORTH AFB,SD (RCA) ASOS reports gust of 120 knots (138.1 mph) from S @ 1555Z -- KRCA 081555Z 18015G120KT 10SM CLR 15/08 3005 RMK AO2A SLPNO RVRNO $
βοΈ I worked an operational shift today, sorry.
a coworker shared this quote on our break room whiteboard earlier this week, and it struck me immediately.
what are you waiting for, and what actions can you take in the present to shorten the time between now and then?
#purposedriven #purpose #journey #journeyoflife #presence
Thank you, Casey! Absolutely, share as you wish!
Pleased to share some content that I contributed to Ryan Ellis's The Human Constant. Check it out, and subscribe for more wonderful content. Thanks to Ryan for the platform!
What the hell?
Congratulations, we've saved the American taxpayer a few cents per year.
18F was doing exactly the type of work that DOGE claims to want β yet we were eliminated shortly after midnight. Read our letter to the American people:
18f.org
I'm so sorry, Larissa.
All probationary federal employees at NOAAβs EMC thatβs responsible for keeping all US weather model systems running have been fired with 1 hours notice. And that includes me and colleagues. We will not go quietly because we care about the NOAA mission to protect the public.
"Patrick Mahomes, what's he got lef--" *CAR CRASH NOISES*
Oddly specific, but okay. Noted.
Nice day for a trail run yesterday!
"The wood you burn to cook your food and keep you warm? The smoke that rises was once a memory. The ashes all that is left of the story it belonged to. Why else would you be carrying the ashes of your father?"
--The Bear, Andrew Krivak
A sad, disappointing ending to the @detroitlions.bsky.social's best ever regular season.
But, do I ever appreciate the honesty, transparency, and passion that Dan Campbell brings. Grateful to have him as coach. We'll be back.
youtu.be/56JXw3PKWyg?...
Severe weather, and meteorology in general, lost a giant today in Chuck Doswell. Rest in peace, Chuck.
His pet peeves were required reading upon starting grad school under Matt Parker's advisement. They, along with everything he contributed, will live on.
www.flame.org/~cdoswell/pe...
photo of Chuck Doswell sitting in a field with a bottle of wine, at the bottom it reads "lift, instability, moisture. If any one of these ingredients is missing, deep moist convection simply will not occur. -- Charles A. Doswell III"
Rest in peace, Chuck.
(I believe this image originated from @eloquentscience.com but not entirely sure.)
The first Symposium on Careers in Operational Government Meteorology and Hydrology wraps up this afternoon! Join us as we discuss career realities and navigating federal hiring! #AMS2025
Perk of virtual attendance: No line for coffee. #AMS2025
The Symposium on Careers in Operational Government Meteorology and Hydrology is back at it this morning with a session dedicated to operational hydrology! Join the conversation virtually or in room 223! #AMS2025
Two more exciting discussions in the Symposium in Careers in Operational Government Meteorology & Hydrology coming up after lunch: One on generational diversity in the workplace, the other on early career opportunities! #AMS2025
Unfortunate timing for my internet to drop out. Hanging on by a thread with my phone. #AMS2025
The first Symposium on Careers in Operational Government Meteorology and Hydrology kicks off today! Join us this morning for two sessions on Uncommon Career Paths and Career Transitions, a series of talks followed by a panel discussion. #AMS2025