Recorded Research Update on Tropical Cyclone Tornadoes
Matt Morin
Updated 2009/03/05
A recorded presentation from Matt Morin on the CSTAR component investigating Tropical Cyclone Tornadoes
is now available. The presentation is 17 minutes in length and includes a brief literature review,
discussion of gaps in the TC-tornado knowledge base, and examples of some of his preliminary TC
simulation output.
Web based presentation |
Microsoft Power Point format
Matt is looking input on what gaps in the TC-tornado knowledge base is most important or
would have the largest impact on the operational community. Your comments and input are appreciated.
Upcoming Tropical Cyclone Tornadoes Presentation
Matt Morin
Updated 2009/02/19
Goto-meeting update on CSTAR Tropical Cyclone Tornado project
scheduled for 3PM, Tuesday March 3, 2009.
Matt Morin will provide a quick, 30-minute presentation that will include a brief literature review,
discussion of gaps in the TC-tornado knowledge base, and examples of some of his preliminary TC
simulation output. After the short presentation, they hope to get some feedback from the various
forecast offices as to which gaps are most important to the NWS.
The video portion of the meeting can be accessed at the link below:
https://www2.gotomeeting.com/join/521812591
Meeting ID: 521-812-591
The audio portion of the meeting can be accessed via the information below:
Phone: 866-702-7489
Passcode: 9225126
Mesoscale Convective Systems Crossing the Appalachians
Casey Letkewicz
Updated on 2009/01/12
Below is a summary of the research conducted so far on Mesoscale Convective Systems
crossing the Appalachians.
Questions and comments are welcomed and appreciated.
Thank you!
Casey Letkewicz
Update - Mesoscale Convective Systems Crossing the Appalachians
8 minute recorded Articulate presentation
(2009/01/12)
Web based presentation |
Microsoft Power Point format
Scientific Progress Report on Improving Understanding and Prediction of Warm Season
Precipitation Systems in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic Regions
Added on 2008/12/22
The latest progress report on
the Improving Understanding and Prediction of Warm Season Precipitation Systems in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic Regions
in Support of the CSTAR program for the period May 1, 2008 through October 31, 2008 is now available.
The progress report
includes an overview and plan of work, an update on personnel, an updated on research activity from May 1 through October, 31 2008,
and information on other collaborative activities.
Wedge-front Convection: An Operational Forecast Issue
Adam Baker
Updated on 2008/12/01
Below is a summary of the research conducted so far on the role of wedge
fronts in active convective events and influence on convective character
and intensity.
Any input, comments, or suggestions that you have will be greatly appreciated.
Thank you!
Adam Baker
Update - Wedge-front Convection: An Operational Forecast Issue
20 minute recorded Articulate presentation
(2008/11/25)
Web based presentation |
Microsoft Power Point Format
Northwest Flow Snow Events in the Southern Appalachian Mountains
Updated on 2008/11/01
This indirectly related CSTAR project is referred to as The Northwest Flow Snowfall Discussion Group
The Northwest Flow Snowfall Discussion Group was first created following the Fall 2005 CSTAR Regional Workshop
held in Raleigh, NC. The group was designed as a "spin-off" of the regional CSTAR group with its primary focus being
the specific regional forecast problem of northwest flow snowfall in the Appalachian Mountains.
The group meets periodically throughout the year by way of telephone conference to discuss recent/upcoming
northwest flow snowfall events, research updates, local modeling efforts, and other notable developments pertinent
to the northwest flow snowfall phenomenon.
The Northwest Flow Snowfall Discussion Group
has a separate web site which does an excellent
job of providing a central location to access all information that is directly relevant to the group.
Final Report on Improving Cold-Season Quantitative
Precipitation Forecasting in the Southeastern United States
Updated on 2006/08/30
A final report on the proposal to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
in Support of the Collaborative Science, Technology & Applied Research Program (CSTAR)
For the period 1 June 2003 through 31 May 2006.
The final report
includes an overall summary of accomplishments, project summaries,
publications, presentations, and technology transfer activities as well as tangential and collaborative developments.
Preliminary scenarios for assessing the effects of upstream convection on
downstream precipitation
Kelly Mahoney
Update on 2005/08/15
Below you will find the latest update concerning the topic of upstream convection and
associated downstream forecast adjustments.
As always, any input, comments, or suggestions that you may have will be greatly appreciated.
Thank you!
Kelly Mahoney
The Effects of Organized Upstream Convection on Downstream Precipitation
Presented at the AMS WAF/NWP Conference 01 August 2005
(2005/08/15)
Microsoft Power Point Format
Update Document, Summary, and Specific questions for CSTAR office participants
(2004/08/16)
Microsoft Word Format |
PDF Format
Older Update Document, Summary, and Specific questions for CSTAR office participants
(2004/07/09)
Microsoft Word Format |
PDF Format
The Impact of Upstream Latent Heat Release on Moisture Transport into Extratropical Cyclones along the Southeast U.S. Coast
Michael J. Brennan
Update on 2005/08/15
Below is a summary of research into the impact of cold-sector latent
heat release on moisture transport into extratropical cyclones along the
southeast coast of the U.S.
Potential Vorticity as a Tool for Assessing the Dynamical Impact of Latent Heat Release in Model Forecasts
Presented at the AMS WAF/NWP Conference 04 August 2005
(2005/08/15)
Microsoft Power Point Format
Analysis of a Cold-Air Precipitation Event: Observational Diagnosis and Numerical Model Sensitivity
Presented at the AMS WAF/NWP Conference 01 August 2005
(2005/08/15)
Microsoft Power Point Format
Update Document, Summary, and Specific questions for CSTAR office participants
(2004/07/09)
Microsoft Word Format |
PDF Format
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