Heatwave: A Synoptic Breakdown Of The Extraordinary Heatwave On The Pacific Coast Of The US And Canada in June 2021

Event Date:
2021-07-29T16:00:00
2021-07-29T17:00:00
Event Location:
Connect via zoom
Speaker:
Chris Rodell (UBC EOAS)
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Intended Audience:
Undergraduate
Local Contact:

Douglas Scott

Event Information:

In late June 2021, the Pacific Northwest experienced extraordinarily high temperatures. British Columbia alone recorded over 60 record high temperatures, with the town of Lytton setting an all-time high temperature in Canada for three consecutive days, peaking at 49.6 C (121.3 F). During this talk, we will explore the meteorological conditions that led to these extreme temperatures—analyzing the upper air dynamics, mid-level thermal anomalies, and terrain effects during the event. We will also delve into the societal and environmental impacts regionally.

Add to Calendar 2021-07-29T16:00:00 2021-07-29T17:00:00 Heatwave: A Synoptic Breakdown Of The Extraordinary Heatwave On The Pacific Coast Of The US And Canada in June 2021 Event Information: In late June 2021, the Pacific Northwest experienced extraordinarily high temperatures. British Columbia alone recorded over 60 record high temperatures, with the town of Lytton setting an all-time high temperature in Canada for three consecutive days, peaking at 49.6 C (121.3 F). During this talk, we will explore the meteorological conditions that led to these extreme temperatures—analyzing the upper air dynamics, mid-level thermal anomalies, and terrain effects during the event. We will also delve into the societal and environmental impacts regionally. Event Location: Connect via zoom