Essays about: "Extratropical cyclones"

Found 2 essays containing the words Extratropical cyclones.

1. 1. Compound Extreme Wind and Precipitation Events in Europe

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Luft-, vatten- och landskapslära

   Author : Elisabet Johansson; [2021]
   Keywords : compound extremes; North Atlantic Oscillation; extreme precipitation; extreme wind; sammanfallande extremväderhändelser; extrem nederbörd; extrem vind; Nordatlantiska Oscillationen;

   Abstract : The simultaneous occurrences of several extreme events, known as compound extremes, are often associated with greater impact than univariate extremes. Flooding and windstorms are widespread hazards in Europe which can lead to severe property damage and fatalities. READ MORE

3. 2. Differences and Similarities between Extratropical Cyclones during Summer and Winter

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Förbränningsfysik; Lunds universitet/Fysiska institutionen

   Author : Stina Olandersson; [2016]
   Keywords : Extratropical cyclones; cyclogenesis; jet; quasi-geostrophic theory; North Atlantic Ocean; GFS; Physics and Astronomy;

   Abstract : Extratropical cyclones (ETC) are synoptic scale low pressure systems, which have a large impact on the weather in the mid latitudes. These low pressure systems usually develop during several days and are connected to fronts. Thus, they can bring cloudiness, rain and even severe weather including strong winds. READ MORE