When it comes to home protection, a lot of people in Texas like to think that they won’t need much more than a rifle. That may be the case for some, but investing in one of our storm shelters or safe rooms is certainly a more secure option. Disaster Strikes the Lonestar State Residents in…
Severe thunderstorms and tornadoes have the potential to become incredibly violent and dangerous. Supercell thunderstorms – though the least common form of storms – are potentially the most violent. They can grow to massive sizes, pushing more than 50,000 feet into the air and into the troposphere. With 100+ mile per hour winds and huge…
It seems that every week, we hear about another severe storm or tornado touching down somewhere in America. These chaotic weather events can be incredibly frightening and stressful, and for good reason. Tornadoes kill dozens, if not hundreds, of people each year. They also cause billions in property damage and can destroy a home and a…
Storm bunkers may be a more important investment than you think. When it comes to severe and deadly weather bearing down on your home, few things are as terrifying and chaotic as a tornado. Unfathomably strong winds, deadly flying debris, and earth-trembling power make these some of the most devastating atmospheric phenomena on our planet. Staying…
The Hole in the Ozone is Shrinking According to a study published in the Journal Science, the hole in the ozone layer above Antarctica shows signs that it’s beginning to heal. An international agreement put in place almost 30 years ago called for the phasing out of CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons) and other substances that harm the ozone…
As weather patterns have begun to change over recent years due to rising global temperatures, it seems that our climate has become more violent and unpredictable. Hurricanes, floods, droughts, and blizzards have all been affected by the increase of heat energy in the atmosphere. Tornadoes are even becoming more frequent and severe. Tornadoes hit Louisiana,…
In early November, the NOAA announced that a La Niña phenomenon had arrived in the Pacific Ocean. First predicted by the Climate Protection Center (CPC) back in April, the long awaited system is likely to stick around through much of the winter and effect global weather systems. What is a La Niña? During a La Niña,…