S8: Ep: 141 The Storm Is Over. The Danger Is Not.

S8: Ep: 141 The Storm Is Over. The Danger Is Not.

Author: National Tropical Weather Conference July 8, 2026 Duration: 29:29
In this episode of HurricaneCenter, Meteorologist John Gordon joins the program for a focused conversation about indirect fatalities from extreme weather - the deaths and injuries that happen after the wind, rain, tornado, flood or hurricane has passed. The discussion reframes severe weather safety around the recovery period: carbon monoxide poisoning, flooded roads, hydroplaning, heat exposure, cleanup injuries, medical disruption and the risky decisions people make when power is out and str...

Tune into the HURRICANE CENTER for raw conversations from the front lines of tropical weather. This podcast, presented by the National Tropical Weather Conference, moves beyond the standard forecast track to explore the full force of these storms through the people who live with them. You'll hear directly from leading meteorologists breaking down complex science, from emergency managers coordinating evacuations in real time, and from seasoned storm chasers who describe the surreal calm and terrifying fury of the eye wall. Each episode is a deep dive into preparation, response, and the evolving understanding of hurricane behavior. It’s about the human stories intertwined with the data-the decisions made when the radar lights up and the resilience required in the aftermath. Whether you're a weather enthusiast, a coastal resident, or simply fascinated by nature's most powerful phenomena, this series connects you to the expertise and experiences that define life in hurricane country. Find this podcast for an authentic look at the science, the survival, and the community that forms when the wind starts to rise.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

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S8: Ep: 150 Warren Faidley - [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:25
Warren Faidley has spent nearly four decades documenting tornadoes, hurricanes, lightning, and flash floods. In this episode of Hurricane Center Live, he looks back at the Saragosa tornado, his first hurricane chase duri…
S8: Episode: 146 - When Rain Becomes a Flood - Jeff Lindner [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:54
Harris County meteorologist Jeff Lindner explains why predicting rainfall is only part of the challenge—and how new forecasting tools, hydrology and lessons from historic floods are changing the way we understand risk. J…
Episode 145: Andrew Femath USAA: Preparing for Extreme Weather [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:12
USAA's Andrew Freeman joins HurricaneCenter Live to discuss hurricane preparedness, resilience, and how communities can better prepare before the next storm. Plus, a look at the current state of the 2026 Atlantic hurrica…
S8:142 - Bryan Norcross on Hurricane Communication Without the Hype [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:51
When a hurricane threatens, the forecast is only part of the job. The bigger challenge is helping people understand what the storm means for them - without exaggeration, confusion or panic. In this episode of HurricaneCe…
S8: Episode 140 Portable Generators: The Mistake That Turns Deadly [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:01
Power outages are one of the most common after-the-storm problems - and for many families, a portable generator becomes the bridge between disruption and recovery. But generator safety has to come before convenience. In…