Laws of Nature

Laws of Nature

Law Matters 1030 by Sherry Harrison
S1 · E59
Jul 17, 2026
30:48

Episode notes

In this episode, NOAA meteorologist Jon Gottschalck explains the science behind weather phenomena like El Niño, La Niña, hurricanes, and tornadoes, and how these impact global and local weather patterns. Discover how weather predictions are made and the importance of preparedness.

· El Niño and La Niña differences and impacts

· How NOAA predicts weather using models and AI

· The role of vertical wind shear in hurricanes

· Storm chasing for research and hobby

· The importance of weather warnings and preparedness

Keywords

Weather, El Niño, La Niña, Hurricanes, Tornadoes, Climate Prediction, NOAA, Storm Chasing, Flooding, Climate Change