Host Patrick revisits the topic of space weather with guest Shawn Dahl, a forecaster from the Space Weather Prediction Center. The discussion explores how space weather forecasting compares to traditional terrestrial weather forecasting, the impact of solar activity on Earth and spaceflight missions like Artemis II, and the science behind the Aurora Borealis and Aurora Australis. Dahl explains the 11-year solar cycle, the seasonal alignment factors during the equinoxes, and the best locations and methods for viewing the Northern Lights.
What is The Barksdale Bubble?
Is a secret force field steering severe storms away from Shreveport-Bossier, or is it just clever atmospheric science? The KTBS MEGA 3 Storm Team takes a fascinating deep dive into local folklore, decoding weather patterns and radar mysteries across the ArkLaTex.