VORTEX2: Verification of the Origins of Rotation in Tornadoes Experiment 2, 2009-03-18 - 2010-06-15
Sub-Series
Scope and Contents
A collection of photos from the Verification of the Origins of Rotation in Tornadoes Experiment 2 (VORTEX2) field project, which took place from May 10, 2009 to June 15, 2010 on the High Plains of the United States. The collaborative international project, involving scientists from NCAR and a number of other organizations, examined in detail how tornadoes form and the patterns of damage they cause. The findings are expected to improve tornado warnings and shortterm severe weather forecasts.
Dates
- Creation: 2009-03-18 - 2010-06-15
Creator
- Calvin, Carlye (Person)
- Henson, Robert (Person)
Full Extent
From the Collection: 150 Linear Feet
Full Extent
From the Collection: 6 Terabytes
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) Archives Repository