Depressions, Tropical Storm, Hurricane... Oh, My!

Depressions, Tropical Storm, Hurricane... Oh, My!

What does all of it mean? Before you panic, make sure you understand the terms the weather man is using. A hurricane is a rotating low-pressure weather system that has organized thunderstorms but no fronts. Only tropical storms that form in the Atlantic or Northeast Pacific (near the United States) are called hurricanes. Typhoons originate in other parts of the world.

Dog Day Dangers

Dog Day Dangers

One of the hidden secrets of Mammoth Lakes is that the summers are equally breathtaking, but less crowded, than the winters.  And unlike winter--when activities are somewhat limited--in summers the lakes, hills, trails, waterfalls, and mountain all offer unlimited adventure.

Hurricane Spaghetti?

Hurricane Spaghetti?

Spaghetti models are very popular with storm watchers. People like to see all the possible anticipated paths the storm might take.