Weather Heroes
Weather Heroes takes you on an insightful journey into the essential realm of disaster preparedness and response. We introduce you to key weather experts from diverse backgrounds and industries, shedding light on their vital roles before and after extreme weather events.
The financial, environmental, and human costs of weather disasters are staggering. In 2023 alone, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reported 28 weather disasters, causing at least $92.9 billion in damage. This record-breaking year surpassed the previous high of 22 events in 2020. Since 1980, the U.S. has endured 376 major weather events, accumulating over $2.5 trillion in damages.
With the total damage estimate from 2024, including the L.A. Wildfire and the third costliest hurricane season (featuring Hurricane Helene), the overall cost will undoubtedly rise. Moreover, countless smaller-scale disasters also leave profound impacts on people's lives and properties.
Each weather event unfolds its own narrative, uniquely affecting individuals and communities. Weather Heroes connects you with those who rebuild lives—sharing stories of resilience and unwavering dedication.
Weather Heroes
Hurricanes, Heroes & Humility: Mike Boylan’s Weather Legacy (Mike's Weather Page)
I was super fortunate to get a chance to speak with Mike Boylan, the creator of Mike’s Weather Page. Many a time have I and my co-workers used the information there to help fine tune response plans.
Found at spaghettimodels.com, Mike’s Weather Page offers a comprehensive collection of tools and data to track weather events. Mike’s Weather Hero journey is truly inspiring. What started as a side project in 2004 has grown into a trusted resource for weather enthusiasts, emergency responders, businesses, citizens, the military and many others.
Mike's dedication to providing accurate and accessible weather information earned him the prestigious Governor’s Hurricane Conference Tropical Meteorology Award in 2021. He is the first private citizen to have been awarded this honor making his achievement even more remarkable.
Mike’s Weather Page helps countless individuals and organizations prepare for and respond to natural disasters. As you’ll hear, Mike’s humility and passion shine through as he tells his story. We get a little weather geeky towards the end as we discuss various hurricane modeling efforts. Mike is well versed in this subject.
Join me, as we get to know Mike and hear his story. Let me know what aspect of Mike's story resonates with you the most?
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