Tropical Storm Gordon is gathering strength in the eastern Gulf of Mexico as it heads toward … What You Need to Know About Tropical Storm Gordon Before Going to BedRead more
Author: Dennis Mersereau
I graduated from the University of South Alabama in 2014 with a degree in political science and a minor in meteorology. I contribute to The Weather Network as a digital writer, and I've written for Forbes, the Washington Post's Capital Weather Gang, Popular Science, Mental Floss, and Gawker's The Vane. My latest book, The Skies Above, is now available. My first book, The Extreme Weather Survival Manual, arrived in October 2015.
Developing Tropical System Likely to Bring Heavy Rain to the Gulf Coast This Week
Appearances aren’t everything. The satellite image at the top of this post shows two interesting features … Developing Tropical System Likely to Bring Heavy Rain to the Gulf Coast This WeekRead more
Warnings of Extreme Heat Aren’t a Matter of Wimpiness—It’s All About What You’re Used To
The true great American pastime is putting down people from other parts of the country. Those … Warnings of Extreme Heat Aren’t a Matter of Wimpiness—It’s All About What You’re Used ToRead more
The United States’ New Weather Satellite Isn’t Quite as Broken as We Thought
Are you ready for some preliminary, non-operational good news? Sure you are! It’s about time we … The United States’ New Weather Satellite Isn’t Quite as Broken as We ThoughtRead more
Hurricane Lane Poses the Greatest Storm Threat to Hawaii in a Generation
Hurricane Lane is on course to pose the greatest tropical threat to Hawaii since Hurricane Iniki … Hurricane Lane Poses the Greatest Storm Threat to Hawaii in a GenerationRead more
How Thunderstorms Near Madison, Wisconsin, Produced a Foot of Rain in a Few Hours
A significant flash flood event unfolded just west of Madison, Wisconsin, on Monday evening, after thunderstorms … How Thunderstorms Near Madison, Wisconsin, Produced a Foot of Rain in a Few HoursRead more
Hurricane Lane May Pose a Threat to the Hawaiian Islands Later This Week
Hurricane Lane is a powerful category four storm this afternoon as it slowly makes its way … Hurricane Lane May Pose a Threat to the Hawaiian Islands Later This WeekRead more
Hurricane Lane May Pose a Threat to the Hawaiian Islands Later This Week
Hurricane Lane is a powerful category four storm this afternoon as it slowly makes its way … Hurricane Lane May Pose a Threat to the Hawaiian Islands Later This WeekRead more
Benevolent Low-Pressure System Set to Bring Sweet, Merciful Taste of Fall
A brief hint of fall will wash over parts of the central and eastern United States … Benevolent Low-Pressure System Set to Bring Sweet, Merciful Taste of FallRead more
Another Weak Storm Forms in Oceanic Boondocks As Peak of Hurricane Season Nears
Subtropical Storm Ernesto formed in the northern Atlantic Ocean on Wednesday, posing a threat to nothing … Another Weak Storm Forms in Oceanic Boondocks As Peak of Hurricane Season NearsRead more