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Meteorologist scottfblair@yahoo.com http://www.targetarea.net |
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Meteorologist scottfblair@yahoo.com http://www.targetarea.net |
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Storm Observing. I’ve been actively documenting severe storms since 1996. Driving thousands of miles each year across the Great Plains, my appreciation for well-organized convective weather continues to mature. I’ve been fortunate to observe over one hundred tornadoes throughout fourteen states and several landfalling hurricanes across the southern USA. Visual examination of tornado behavior within its environment, along with storm structure and large hail stones, serve as strong interests while in the field. When noteworthy severe weather is encountered, I forward detailed real-time reports via Spotter Network to the local NWS forecast office. I attempt to document every significant and photogenic phenomena observed during any storm endeavor. Over the first ten years, many methods were used to capture storm images including VHS, 8mm video, digital video, print film, and slide film. My current efforts are fully concentrated in the photography realm, utilizing digital still photography. My entire chasing experience is priceless, driving along spectacular uninhabited land while on the visual forefront of comprehending atmospheric processes. Professional. 2007-present: Meteorologist - General Forecaster, National Weather Service, Topeka, Kansas. 2005-2007: Meteorologist - Meteorological Intern, National Weather Service, Goodland, Kansas. 2005: Meteorologist - Meteorological Technician, Baron Services Inc., Huntsville, Alabama. 2001-2005: Meteorologist/Student - On-Air Meteorologist, KEDM-FM Monroe, Monroe, Louisiana. Research. I’ve been involved with several research efforts over the past several years, presenting material at various regional and national meteorological conferences. A comprehensive listing of papers I've authored or co-authored can be obtained here. Academics. Bachelor of Science, Atmospheric Sciences, University of Louisiana at Monroe, 2005. Outstanding Accomplishment, ULM College of Arts and Sciences Award Convocation: 2003, 2005 Outstanding Research in Atmospheric Sciences, ULM Department of Geosciences: 2005 Sigma Gamma Epsilon, National Honor Society in Earth Sciences |
