Post by StarSwirl05 on Feb 4, 2009 17:16:00 GMT -5
The Calm In-Between the Storm
During the night at everyone’s houses…
“It appears we have a tropical depression developing,” said Dan. It’s expected to grow into a tropical storm later in the week and will be named Melody when it does.
“A tropical storm?” asked Melody sort of puzzled. What is it mom?
“I don’t know, dear,” said her mother. It doesn’t sound good from what Dan has said.
“Wonder what that is,” thought Bon-Bon.
“A tropical storm sounds cool,” said Patch. Maybe it’ll bring rain. The next day…
“Alright class, I’m sure you all are aware of the impending or soon to arrive tropical depression,” said Hackney. I guess having a lesson on them and what they do would benefit you all so that you all will be ready when it gets here. Since I’m sure you all watched Ponyville Weather last night, you would’ve seen a white blob, or green blob if the radar was being used. The blob usually will be spinning somewhat as well. If at a later time, there is a circle near the center of the blob, it is indicated that the storm is at least a tropical storm. It can also be a hurricane, which is generally a stronger tropical storm. Hurricanes bring with them strong winds, lots of rain and storm surge.
“What’s storm surge?” asked Sweetheart.
“Storm surge is when the water goes far from the ocean onto land,” said Hackney. It often aids or helps flooding occur more quickly. The winds begin to pick up. It’s here, good thing we have TVs to watch Ponyville Weather on. She turns on the TV
“If you’re just joining me, the tropical depression is now a tropical storm named Melody,” said Dan.
“Melody…but that’s our Melody,” said Sweetheart.
“The storm’s name has nothing to do with her, Sweetheart,” said Bright Eyes. It’s just happens to have the same spelling as our Melody.
“Let’s take a look at how it is doing and where it is right now,” said Dan. You can see the well-defined eye, which marks the center of the storm. Its path looks to take it straight through here.
“If it strikes here, what will happen to us?” asked Lancer.
“Nothing will happen to us, Lancer,” said Hackney. I’m sure this storm won’t be strong at all.
“The wins inside this storm are expected to reach 65 miles per hour with higher gusts through the affected area(s) tonight,” said Dan. Those in these areas should be evacuating now.
“Ponies, our lesson will be cut short,” said Hackney. Everyone should go home and get ready for the storm. Quickly pack up your stuff and head out so you aren’t caught in the storm’s path. Everyone gets up and quickly leaves I’d better get ready too. She leaves as well. Meanwhile, at everyone’s houses…
“School end early, dear?” asked Melody’s mom.
“Yeah, that storm is headed our way,” said Melody.
“Unfortunately, we cannot leave due to road closures,” said her mother.
“Oh no!” said Melody. What are we going to do?
“We’ll just have to deal with the storm here, Melody,” said her mother. At other houses, everyone waits as the tropical storm arrives. The winds begin howling and rain begins falling heavily. Everyone continues to watch Ponyville Weather as the storm rages on.
“Be warned that with tropical storms and hurricanes you can get tornadoes,” said Dan. While not as strong as those born from Supercell Thunderstorms, they can still do damage. Hang on, we have just received word that the storm is weakening. Everyone in their houses cheers. Still, do expect high winds in excess of 50 miles per hour and heavy rain. The heavy rain and howling wind continue for several hours before lightening up.
“It’s over,” said Lancer. He calls everyone
“Yeah, I see, Lancer,” said Starlight. This is awesome!
“This is truly what we had hoped for!” said Sweetheart. I really truly thought we’d get the worst of it.
“I’m as excited as you are,” said Ace.
“I thought we were goners,” said Bon-Bon.
“I didn’t think we’d make it through to see tomorrow,” said Clover. I guess my luck came back.
“That was awesome,” said Patch. What a day this has been! Good thing we made it out okay, too!
“Whew, that was a close one,” said Melody. Good to know you’re okay, Lancer.
“Same to you, Melody,” said Lancer.
“According to Ponyville Weather, it’s no longer a tropical depression,” said Bright Eyes. Guess that trip over land really weakened it.
“Awesome news, Bright Eyes,” said Lancer. We have mother nature to thank for this one for I’m not sure we’d be here now without her help. Thanks mother nature, you saved everyone today.
During the night at everyone’s houses…
“It appears we have a tropical depression developing,” said Dan. It’s expected to grow into a tropical storm later in the week and will be named Melody when it does.
“A tropical storm?” asked Melody sort of puzzled. What is it mom?
“I don’t know, dear,” said her mother. It doesn’t sound good from what Dan has said.
“Wonder what that is,” thought Bon-Bon.
“A tropical storm sounds cool,” said Patch. Maybe it’ll bring rain. The next day…
“Alright class, I’m sure you all are aware of the impending or soon to arrive tropical depression,” said Hackney. I guess having a lesson on them and what they do would benefit you all so that you all will be ready when it gets here. Since I’m sure you all watched Ponyville Weather last night, you would’ve seen a white blob, or green blob if the radar was being used. The blob usually will be spinning somewhat as well. If at a later time, there is a circle near the center of the blob, it is indicated that the storm is at least a tropical storm. It can also be a hurricane, which is generally a stronger tropical storm. Hurricanes bring with them strong winds, lots of rain and storm surge.
“What’s storm surge?” asked Sweetheart.
“Storm surge is when the water goes far from the ocean onto land,” said Hackney. It often aids or helps flooding occur more quickly. The winds begin to pick up. It’s here, good thing we have TVs to watch Ponyville Weather on. She turns on the TV
“If you’re just joining me, the tropical depression is now a tropical storm named Melody,” said Dan.
“Melody…but that’s our Melody,” said Sweetheart.
“The storm’s name has nothing to do with her, Sweetheart,” said Bright Eyes. It’s just happens to have the same spelling as our Melody.
“Let’s take a look at how it is doing and where it is right now,” said Dan. You can see the well-defined eye, which marks the center of the storm. Its path looks to take it straight through here.
“If it strikes here, what will happen to us?” asked Lancer.
“Nothing will happen to us, Lancer,” said Hackney. I’m sure this storm won’t be strong at all.
“The wins inside this storm are expected to reach 65 miles per hour with higher gusts through the affected area(s) tonight,” said Dan. Those in these areas should be evacuating now.
“Ponies, our lesson will be cut short,” said Hackney. Everyone should go home and get ready for the storm. Quickly pack up your stuff and head out so you aren’t caught in the storm’s path. Everyone gets up and quickly leaves I’d better get ready too. She leaves as well. Meanwhile, at everyone’s houses…
“School end early, dear?” asked Melody’s mom.
“Yeah, that storm is headed our way,” said Melody.
“Unfortunately, we cannot leave due to road closures,” said her mother.
“Oh no!” said Melody. What are we going to do?
“We’ll just have to deal with the storm here, Melody,” said her mother. At other houses, everyone waits as the tropical storm arrives. The winds begin howling and rain begins falling heavily. Everyone continues to watch Ponyville Weather as the storm rages on.
“Be warned that with tropical storms and hurricanes you can get tornadoes,” said Dan. While not as strong as those born from Supercell Thunderstorms, they can still do damage. Hang on, we have just received word that the storm is weakening. Everyone in their houses cheers. Still, do expect high winds in excess of 50 miles per hour and heavy rain. The heavy rain and howling wind continue for several hours before lightening up.
“It’s over,” said Lancer. He calls everyone
“Yeah, I see, Lancer,” said Starlight. This is awesome!
“This is truly what we had hoped for!” said Sweetheart. I really truly thought we’d get the worst of it.
“I’m as excited as you are,” said Ace.
“I thought we were goners,” said Bon-Bon.
“I didn’t think we’d make it through to see tomorrow,” said Clover. I guess my luck came back.
“That was awesome,” said Patch. What a day this has been! Good thing we made it out okay, too!
“Whew, that was a close one,” said Melody. Good to know you’re okay, Lancer.
“Same to you, Melody,” said Lancer.
“According to Ponyville Weather, it’s no longer a tropical depression,” said Bright Eyes. Guess that trip over land really weakened it.
“Awesome news, Bright Eyes,” said Lancer. We have mother nature to thank for this one for I’m not sure we’d be here now without her help. Thanks mother nature, you saved everyone today.
