During yesterday’s Slight Risk I had the opportunity to go out spotting on a couple of storms. CAPE values were EXCELLENT and there was still wind shear hanging around, so I was expecting some fun storms to encounter. Though the specific storm I intercepted was non-severe and more towards the end of its cycle, there were several severe storms that downed trees and produced large hail. I intercepted the storm in northern Davidson County, near the DMV where there was a good and flat view around me. The storm didn’t produce anything, but I do believe there were a few areas in the base that marked weak inflow. It was a great storm to intercept in my opinion because for one it had an awesome shelf cloud, and two it gave me the opportunity to learn how to detect certain subtle signs at the base. I was able to grab some video, so you may watch it if you like =).
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David Drobny on June 10, 2010
I really enjoyed watching this video. Too bad the storm didn’t cooperate. Keep them coming.
Kelton Halbert on June 11, 2010
Thanks, it was fun to watch! Agreed… one of these days I will choose a storm that hits the jackpot. The first storm I ever intercepted had produced a nice tornado just 30 mins before it reached me… but then picked up. Such is the challenge of storm spotting =).