Parade of storms from SE China to Japan, Nida, Lupit and Mirinae
Meteorologist Robert Speta of the WestPacWx shares insights into current conditions across the West Pacific — August 7, 2021. Video courtesy WestPacWx…
Extremely heavy rains hit North Korea
Extremely heavy rains hit parts of coastal northeastern North Korea from August 1 to 3, 2021, resulting in widespread damage to homes, infrastructure, and agricultural fields. According to North Korea's state broadcaster, heavy rains affecting the country's…
Perseid meteor shower peaks on August 12 under excellent viewing conditions
Our planet is entering a stream of debris from comet 109P/Swift-Tuttle — the source of Perseid meteor shower, active each year from July 17 to August 24. This will be your best chance to experience the shower until 2024. The shower is expected to reach peak…
Ash-emissions at Pavlof volcano, Aviation Color Code raised to Orange, Alaska
Low-level ash emissions were observed at Pavlof volcano, Alaska on August 5, 2021, prompting the Alaska Volcano Observatory (AVO) to raise the Aviation Color Code to Orange and Alert Level to Watch. In addition, seismic tremor and small explosions have been detected…
Oroville Reservoir at record low level, California shuts down their second-largest hydroelectric plant
The Oroville Reservoir reached a record low level of 195.66 m (641.93 feet) above mean sea level on August 5, 2021, forcing authorities in California to shut down their second-largest hydroelectric plant. This is now the lowest level since the nation's tallest…
California wildfires – Dixie and River Fire updates
The River Fire in northern California exploded in size on August 4, 2021, as it burned through the Nevada and Placer counties, triggering multiple evacuations. The fire has so far scorched 566 ha (1 400 acres) of land and is 0% contained. On the same day, the Dixie…
Dixie Fire enters Greenville, leveling businesses and homes, California
A huge wildfire raging in northern California entered the small community of Greenville on August 4, 2021, leveling down homes and businesses. The fire has leveled much of the downtown and some surrounding homes, AP reports. Their photographer described seeing a gas…
Increased seismicity, steam and gas emissions at Savo volcano, Solomon Islands
Increased seismicity and gas and ash emissions were observed at Savo volcano, Solomon Islands at the end of July, prompting authorities to deploy technical teams, increase monitoring and issue Volcano Safety Messages to residents. Savo has been the source of major…
The Weekly Volcanic Activity Report: July 28 – August 3, 2021
New activity/unrest was reported for 7 volcanoes from July 28 to August 3, 2021. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 16 volcanoes. New activity/unrest: Dieng Volcanic Complex, Central Java (Indonesia) | Great Sitkin, Andreanof Islands (USA) |…
Tropical Storm “Lupit” and possible Mirinae near China and Japan
Tropical update for August 5, 2021 by meteorologist Robert Speta of WestPacWx. Image credit: JMA/Himawari-8, RAMMB/CIRA, TW. Acquired at 06:50 UTC on August 5, 2021…
