Ologies with Alie Ward Tempestology (HURRICANES) Part 2 with Dr. Kim Wood & Matt Lanza
Aug 13, 2025
Join meteorologist Matt Lanza and hurricane expert Dr. Kim Wood as they dive into the essential topics of hurricane preparedness and the intricacies of climate change. They discuss the government's role in weather funding, the curious notion of trusting Waffle House over forecasters, and the chilling reality of future storm predictions. With sharp insights on historical hurricanes and personal risk, this episode is a whirlwind of knowledge mixed with urgency and environmental awareness.
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Water And Wind Multiply Risk
- Water and wind combine to cause the worst impacts from tropical cyclones, making it hard to separate which is deadlier.
- One foot of moving water can knock over a person, and flooding damage lingers via mold and infrastructure loss.
Storms Drop Wildlife Far Inland
- Hurricanes often transport birds and other wildlife long distances, leaving exotic animals in unexpected places after landfall.
- Matt Lanza described radar showing biological clutter from birds caught in the eye and later reported far inland.
Choose Trusted Local Forecasts
- Identify a few trusted local sources and check National Hurricane Center updates early and often during a threat.
- Act before watches and warnings turn into imminent danger so you are prepared before worst conditions arrive.
