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Mesoscale aspects of convective stormsThe structure, evolution and mechanisms of mesoscale convective disturbances are reviewed and observation techniques for "nowcasting" their nature are discussed. A generalized mesometeorological scale is given, classifying both low and high pressure systems. Mesoscale storms are shown often to induce strong winds, but their wind speeds are significantly less than those accompanied by submesoscale disturbances, such as tornadoes, downbursts, and microbursts. Mesoscale convective complexes, severe storm wakes, and flash floods are considered. The understanding of the evolution of supercells is essential for improving nowcasting capabilities and a very accurate combination of radar and satellite measurements is required.
Document ID
19820006844
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Fujita, T. T.
(Chicago Univ. Chicago, IL, United States)
Date Acquired
August 10, 2013
Publication Date
June 1, 1981
Publication Information
Publication: ESA Nowcasting: Mesoscale Observations and Short-Range Prediction
Subject Category
Meteorology And Climatology
Accession Number
82N14717
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NA80AA-D-00001
CONTRACT_GRANT: NSF ATM-79-21260
CONTRACT_GRANT: NGR-14-001-008
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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