Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Gamma Delphinid Meteor / Nature / Severe Weather

A rare and brief meteor shower known as the Gamma Delphinds occurred early Tuesday morning for which I was fortunate to capture one of two that were personally witnessed.



Later, I went for a walk and was treated to the welcome return of a few odonates that I had not seen since last year if at all due to the severe drought.







Pools of standing water dotting a flood plain of the Sangamon River were teeming with inch long salamander larva. A camera card case provided ample room as a mobile aquatic studio.







Finally, the potential exists for a widespread severe weather event later today and tonight for much of the Midwest. All modes of significant activity can be expected with the greatest threat being that of damaging straight line winds. Persons in or near the shaded areas should be on guard and have a plan ready in case of power outage or other adverse outcome. Tune in to local media or follow your REGIONAL WEATHER SERVICE OFFICE (click to your area) for detailed information as it evolves.

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