Teen Tech Tip of the Week # 18: Weather Tech 
Saturday, February 2, 2013, 09:28 AM - Tech Tips
Posted by LFPL Teen Services
We were planning on saving this one until the spring, but due to last week's interesting weather developments (tornadoes and snow in the same week!), we thought that it would be a good idea to share it now. Let's take a look at some tech to keep you safe during inclement weather.



Weather Forecast on the Web


Get up-to-date weather information and what to expect for your area on the web:

Weather Underground
Weather Channel
NOAA

Weather Apps


Take weather information with you and get updates on the go with these mobile apps:

Weather Channel

Weather Underground

AccuWeather


Weather Blogs


For a more in depth look at weather forecasts (including map data), check out these weather blogs from local news teams:

Fox41 Weather Blog
Wave3 Weather Blog
WHAS11 Storm Team Blog


Social Media


Meteorology is field that relies heavily upon data recorded from Doppler radar stations (pictured above) to forecast weather. Eyewitness accounts are also very important, because they allow meteorologists to verify what data suggests may be happening in an area.

Social media is taking over that process in a very interesting way. Check for your favorite local meteorologist or the National Weather Service on Facebook or Twitter. You can receive updates in your news feed and see photos/video of weather events happening in your area. This may provide for quicker and more direct safety preparedness. You can also contribute as an eyewitness, but make sure that you exercise safety above all else.

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