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The 2021 Atlantic hurricane season is expected to be another above-average season. After 2020’s record-breaking season, it’s hard to believe that 2021 could compare. Although a previous year cannot tell us what will happen in the following year, scientists have already predicted 2021 will be another very active season. What Does an Average Season Look Like?  The Atlantic Basin hurricane season will officially begin on June 1st and run through November 30th. An average Atlantic hurricane…

While weather data is the primary source for historical weather information, obtaining weather data without a thorough analysis by a forensic meteorologist can result in missing critical pieces of weather information. Weather data provides a significant amount of information regarding weather conditions on any given day. The data can include temperatures, wind speeds, precipitation type,…

One of the earliest instances of weather playing a role in a legal proceeding dates back to the 1800’s. A prime minister was sued by his neighbor for organizing a community prayer for rain during a drought. His neighbor’s barn had been struck by lightning and burned down during the storm that followed. The prime…

Wind can be a destructive force and contributes to a significant amount of insurance claims each year. Some of those claims can end in litigated matters. When it comes to insurance claims, the type of wind responsible for damage can be critical for how a claim is evaluated and processed. Many people do not fully…

February 2021 was one for the record books in terms of cold, wintry weather across the United States. A powerful winter storm affected much of the country from February 13-17, 2021. This resulted in over 170 million Americans being placed under various National Weather Service-issued winter weather warnings and advisories. The storm caused power outages…

With the advent of spring, it’s easy to think that the season of slip and fall cases and claims is over. While the majority of these incidents do occur in the winter months where snow and ice provide a slippery walking surface, the potential for the same type of injury can occur when someone slips…

It is hard to believe that is has been nearly 30 years (28 years to be exact) since the historic March 1993 Superstorm that impacted all areas from the Gulf Coast to New England. This storm will always be remembered for its incredible snowfall totals from Mississippi to Maine, damaging winds along the east coast,…

Having a forensic weather expert on your side is critical to develop the best strategy for your weather-related case. Here at CompuWeather, our experts provide you with accurate, unbiased information to help prepare you for your weather-related case. We help you avoid losing time and money from a costly and lengthy trial. Leave the Weather…

All snow and ice is not created equal. The term snow and ice cover can cause some confusion, as it may not mean what you think it means. Not all snow and ice on the ground is considered snow and ice cover. Snow and Ice Cover Snow and ice cover has a very specific definition,…

There are attorneys who specialize in the niche fields of maritime or aviation law. These fields often involve high profile cases regarding wrongful death, severe injury, or property damage. At CompuWeather, we offer weather experts that specialize in aviation and marine weather. These experts assist attorneys with reconstructing the weather for these specialized cases. Our…

Snow forms when water vapor in the atmosphere freezes directly into ice crystals and falls to the ground as precipitation.  When it falls heavily or for long periods, it can accumulate to several inches and become a travel hazard on roads and walkways.  This is common knowledge to people who experience cold winter seasons.  However,…

The 2020 hurricane season is officially over! November 30 marked the end of a record-breaking Atlantic hurricane season with 30 named storms. Back in May, NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center predicted an above average season, forecasting 13 to 19 named storms, of which 6 to 10 would become hurricanes, and 3 to 6 of these would…