Quick Buoy Observation

NOAA has a network of buoys located around the North American continent to monitor sea and atmospheric conditions.  I find it interesting to look at these from time to time especially when the "eye" of a hurricane is approaching or a nor'easter begins to crank along the east coast of the USA.  Here is the latest plot (Air pressure, wind speed and gusts) of a buoy just south of Morgan City, LA, just 10 miles off the coast in the Gulf of Mexico.  Note that when the air pressure drops, the wind speeds increase as air tries to fill the void of air!  Pretty neat...huh?

For those of you who like to view maps...the location is the large yellow diamond.

And here is the latest cloud pic (IR) of Isaac...

...along with its associated radar reflection in the lower parts of the atmosphere...

OK...gotta run and go stroll the parking facilities of CDHS while trying to still figure out the number system in the lot itself?!?

Have a great Wednesday!

Smitty

AA:  Isaac creating some hardships down in Cajun Country!