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Zach Sharpe

Zach Sharpe is a blogger, weather forecaster, storm chaser, and entrepreneur. He attended Iowa State University where he pursued a degree in meteorology and business. It was during his time in college that he first became interested in chasing storms, and since 2011, he has been actively pursuing this passion. After graduating, Zach decided to turn his love for meteorology and storm chasing into a profession. He has been chasing storms professionally for over a decade now, and during this time, he has gained extensive knowledge and experience in this field. He has also established himself as a respected authority in the storm chasing community. In addition to his storm chasing endeavors, Zach is the owner of Storm Shelters of Iowa, a company that specializes in building and installing high-quality storm shelters. His expertise in meteorology and storm chasing has given him a unique perspective on the importance of storm shelters, and he is dedicated to ensuring that people have access to the best possible protection from severe weather. As an author, Zach has written extensively about his experiences chasing storms and his knowledge of meteorology. He is passionate about educating others on the science behind severe weather and the importance of being prepared for storms.
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Weather Why's

What Is a Mesoscale Discussion?

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Looking for what a mesoscale discussion is? In this blog article we explain what it is, and why they are issued. Learn more!
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Weather Why's

What Is Corn Sweat?

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Discover the mystery of corn sweat, its role in agriculture, and how it impacts weather patterns. Unveiling nature's fascinating phenomenon.
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Weather Why's

Unveiling the Mystery: Why Canadian Wildfire Smoke Smells Like Plastic

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Unveiling the mystery of why Canadian wildfire smoke smells like plastic, the blog explains the chemistry and health implications.
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Forecast

June 2023 Severe Weather Recap

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Explore the extraordinary severe weather events of June 2023, from record-breaking hailstorms to intense thunderstorms. Discover the statistics, implications, and the importance of preparedness in this remarkable month
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Breaking Weather News

Canadian Wildfire Smoke Prompts Air Quality Alert for Iowa

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Iowa DNR issues Air Quality Advisory due to unhealthy levels of fine particulates, urging precautions for vulnerable individuals.
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Weather Why's

Why Are Thunderstorms Moving East to West?

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Have you been wondering why storms have been moving from east to west the last week? This will explain why!
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Iowa Severe Weather

Does Iowa Get Severe Weather? Unveiling the State’s Stormy Nature

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From tornadoes to thunderstorms, hailstorms to flooding, the state of Iowa experiences a wide range of extreme weather conditions throughout the year.
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Iowa Severe Weather

Baseball Sized Hail and Destructive Winds Cause Damage in Grinnell

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Up to baseball sized hail and 70-mph wind gusts from severe storms caused significant wind and hail damage in central Iowa Sunday afternoon.
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Iowa Winter Weather

Unprecedented Spring Snowstorm of 2013

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A spring snowstorm swept across the central United States from May 1 to 3, leaving record amounts of snow up and down the western Mississippi River Valley. Some southern locations in the United States saw their first ever May snowfall, while cities in Kansas and Missouri experienced their highest snowfall totals in over a century. […]
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Weather Why's

The “Weller Method” of TV-Tornado Detection

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Learn more about this technique that used to identify tornadoes by comparing the strength of TV signals on two channels.
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