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Sea Level Pressure and Temperature:
A loop of maps showing various weather conditions allow for easy examination of the conditions during a
strong cyclone. The intensity of the storm is easily identified by the labeled isobars. Changes in temperature
can be seen by the color contours.
Courtesy of Dept. Atmospheric Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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Sea Level Pressure and Dewpoint Temperature:
Animations of sea level pressure and dewpoint temperature allow for the easy
determination of areas of dry and moist air relative to the strong low pressure system.
Courtesy of Dept. Atmospheric Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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National Radar:
The precipitation pattern during the strong low-pressure system can be seen in the animation. Animation of radar images allows meteorologists to determine the direction of storm movement. The radar image does not differentiate types of precipitation.
Courtesy of Dept. Atmospheric Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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Sea Level Pressure and Surface Wind:
Overlaying several variables on one map allows meteorologists to view the big picture of a severe weather event. On this image, meteorologists can identify the location of the storm by the isobars; the green arrows (wind vectors) indicate wind direction and speed.
Courtesy of Dept. Atmospheric Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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IR:
Infrared satellite imagery provides information about cloud height. Isobars overlain on the satellite allow for identification of the highest cloud tops within the cyclone.
Courtesy of Dept. Atmospheric Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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