Severe Weather and Heavy Rainfall Potential for the Plains; Coastal Low Across the mid-Atlantic

An upper trough and frontal boundary will focus showers and thunderstorms across portions of the Plains through early Monday; A few severe thunderstorms along with heavy rainfall are expected. Meanwhile, low pressure off the Southeast Coast will bring inclement weather across the mid-Atlantic coast through Monday. This system is forecast to meander off the coast then track inland early this week. Read More >

The Western Kentucky University Meteorology Program hosted NWS Louisville and NWS Nashville for a Professional Development Series on Wednesday evening (Oct 23). Meteorologists John Gordon, Evan Webb, and Samantha Carr from NWS Louisville presented various topics to students, including applications of GIS (Geographic Information Systems) in operational meteorology, and perspective on what a new meteorologist's first year in the National Weather Service is like. In addition, John Gordon gave an eye opening presentation about what it takes to get into the NWS. Students also were given advice on how best to construct their resumes.

WKU Meteorology group with NWS meteorologists.

Meteorologist/Forecaster Samantha Carr presents to students about what to expect in your 1st year with the NWS.

Meteorologist in Charge John Gordon presents to students about what it takes to get into the NWS as part of his annual College Roadshow.

Meteorologist/Forecaster Evan Webb talks about GIS Applications relating to NWS operations.

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Severe Weather and Heavy Rainfall Potential for the Plains; Coastal Low Across the mid-Atlantic

WKU Hosts NWS Louisville For Professional Development Workshop