American Meteorological Society

🛎️ AMS Elections are NOW open! President-Elect Candidates: Melissa Burt, Sue Ellen Haupt Council Candidates: Heidi Centola, Tim Hall, Daniel Rothenberg, Jennifer Call, Pamela Heinselman, David McCarren, Christopher Davis, Everette Joseph, Nicholas Metz Learn more and vote: https://bit.ly/3Iaapbo

We hope to see you at our next webinar: Engaging Communities. It will be a great discussion! November 3, 2026 2:00 PM Eastern Time Register: bit.ly/4sfYSKj

The current greenhouse gas–driven increase in Earth’s energy budget is “unprecedented” in the last 1,000 years, according to a study in #JClimate that reconstructs energy entering and leaving the Earth system. Read more: https://bit.ly/4ikEenP

It’s time to renew your AMS membership for 2027 💫 Renew now to keep your member-only benefits: 🔓 Exclusive discounts on meeting registrations 🔓 Free online access to all of AMS peer-reviewed journals 🔓 Networking in the NEW online AMS Community 🔓 And more! Renew today: https://bit.ly/3R5FH3T

"One of the most mesmerizing moments I have ever had the opportunity to see." 📸✨ How do you capture a Sea Dragon or a Sky Eye? Read the stories of our winning photos from the 2026 AMS Photo Contest: https://bit.ly/4yXdzV5

Make sure to check out my recently published Master's work, where we leveraged object-based tracking techniques and observations from the Geostationary Lightning Mapper to investigate lightning in developing North Atlantic tropical disturbances!

Can lightning help predict hurricane genesis? A study by Nicholas Mesa @nickmesa.bsky.social and colleagues in #MonWeaRev finds commonalities in lightning among storms that become tropical cyclones. Read more: https://bit.ly/4i8re4K

Ready to elevate your climate science career 💼📈? Join the ranks of nationally recognized AMS certification holders with the new Certified Climate Science Professional (CCSP) designation. 🚀 Show employers and clients you have the expertise and skills to lead: https://bit.ly/4zONE2d

How can atmospheric and climate scientists build meaningful community partnerships 🌐🤝? In this webinar, explore community-engaged research, risk communication, and policy applications that make science more accessible, actionable, and impactful. Register here: https://bit.ly/4sfYSKj

I sometimes think, "I've seen some beautiful things, and I have an eye for art." And then you see these sorts of world class photos and events and just have to admire the talent and placement it takes.

Well, these are some amazing photos! Atmospheric phenomena for the win!

Check out these amazing photos (and don't forget the finalists)!

A study in the #JAtmosSci found that multibanded structures in an East Coast snowstorm, which unleashed intense snowfall, resulted not from gravity waves as previously thought but instead from upper-level vertical wind shear associated with the storm’s outflow. Read more: https://bit.ly/47vr9mF

Announcing the 2026 #AMSPhotoContest winners! 🥇 "Diamond dust sky eye" by Jaroslav Fous 🥈 "Sea Dragon" by Chris Elkinton 🥉 "Cirrus, the Veils of the Moon" by Roberto Bueno 🏅 Members' Choice: "Rainbow Cataclysm" by Jeremy Janus Check out more photos on AMS Headlines: https://bit.ly/481Yg28

When Hurricanes Irma & Maria struck, grassroots groups became the first line of defense⛑️ Discover on-the-ground lessons from Key West & Puerto Rico on how grassroots readiness can complement official emergency management strategies. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4ymiMon #AMS2027

Identifying a dangerous type of Santa Ana wind: A paper in #WeaForecasting finds that only 5% of Santa Ana days produce the kind of strong downslope winds associated with 2025's Eaton Fire. The authors identify a unique wind pattern associated with some major wildfires. More: https://bit.ly/4zy8JO7

📩 Got your #AMS2027 abstract acceptance letter? Share the news and your research with the weather, water, and climate community! Download social media graphics, PowerPoint templates, and more from our social media toolkit 📲: https://bit.ly/4im7TOB

#HispanicHeritageMonth Spotlight: Jose D. Fuentes (@jdfuentes.bsky.social)is a professor of atmospheric science at Penn State University, where he studies and teaches the processes governing exchanges of energy and gases between Earth’s surface and the lower atmosphere. More: https://bit.ly/4yMuGZH

Because dryness is such a critical driver of wildfires, a team of scientists at @ncar-ral.bsky.social is producing maps in real time of the moisture content of vegetation across the United States, as well as adjacent areas of Canada and Mexico. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4hAfW8Z

In this webinar, join Elizabeth Meister, MSEM, of OU’s IPPRA to explore careers bridging meteorology and emergency management. Learn how social science, risk communication, and stakeholder engagement shape careers in this field. Register today: https://bit.ly/4hFTgEg

⚡In our most recent Clear Skies Ahead episode, we talk to Mallory Brooke, Owner and Chief Meteorologist at Nor'easter Weather Consulting in Norway, Maine. 🎧 Listen to the podcast here: https://bit.ly/4rWTOu5

Christian Kummerow of @csuatmossci.bsky.social is the recipient of the 2027 AMS Verner E. Suomi Technology Medal. His work has transformed observations of the global water cycle and advanced applications in weather, hydrology, and climate science. Read more on AMS Headlines: https://bit.ly/4dVSr9m

Join us for this webinar featuring guest speaker Daja Elum to learn about careers in research, federal service, geospatial science, education, and nonprofits. (Plus tips on transferable skills, grad school, and making a meaningful impact!) Register here: https://bit.ly/4deXTUz

Balancing shift work, severe weather, and demanding projects with personal life is a challenge💪 This webinar explores practical strategies for setting boundaries, managing fatigue, using agency flexibilities, and building a sustainable career. Register: https://bit.ly/3VubaCy

After piloting a real-time, 3-km global forecasting system, this research has been published in the Bulletin of the American Meteorological Society (BAMS) from @ametsoc.org. Using MPAS, these experimental forecasts mark a new frontier in global weather modeling and prediction https://bit.ly/3TGqH1I

How does public science literacy build community resilience during extreme weather 📖☂️? Join our #AMS2027 presidential session on countering misinformation, building trust in credible sources, and driving evidence-based climate action! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Tw5abY

The 2027 AMS Scholarships and Fellowships applications are now open! Available Opportunities: ✏️ Graduate Fellowships ✏️ Graduate Fellowship in the History of Science ✏️ First-Year Undergraduate Scholarships ✏️ Senior Named Scholarships Learn more and apply here: https://bit.ly/3N7vZzr

When the wind shifts, where does it take you 🌬️? For Cheryl Nelson, the answer has meant navigating a career in meteorology, a life-threatening illness, and unexpected detours that changed her definition of resilience and success. Read her story on AMS Headlines: https://bit.ly/3VKqtqN

This webinar will share results from a recent survey of active CDM & CBM seal holders on potentially merging the two seals in the future. It’s the first in a series of discussions leading up to the Broadcast & Digital Conference in summer 2027. Register: https://bit.ly/4jpQdTb

#HispanicHeritageMonth Spotlight: Marcela Loría-Salazar is an assistant professor in the School of Meteorology at the University of Oklahoma. Her research focuses on understanding atmospheric processes that affect air composition. Read more about her story: https://bit.ly/4hTgRTh

Beyond the classroom, Jennifer D. Small Griswold helps students discover their curiosity, recognize their potential, and find their path. The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa professor & chair is the recipient of the 2027 Edward N. Lorenz Teaching Excellence Award. Read more: https://bit.ly/3TZTdeG

The @ametsoc.org is looking for volunteers to help write a new statement about weather information and prediction markets. If you’re interested in volunteering, read more and apply here: www.ametsoc.org/ams/about-am...

What does a field campaign look like, and how does it drive important research🌾🔍? This webinar explores severe weather field research, the many paths into the field, and why professional adaptability matters. Register here: https://bit.ly/4xLldR7

Researchers have developed a mathematical model to predict which neighborhoods should be prioritized for search-and-rescue operations in the wake of a hurricane, with the goal of expediting recovery operations. Read more about their study: https://bit.ly/46RxOr6

📞 Final call! Last chance to apply to serve on an AMS board or committee. With over 100 boards and committees, AMS volunteers are shaping the future of the Society and the weather, water, and climate enterprise. Learn more and apply by 1 October: https://bit.ly/45MICHf

Navigating the early years of your career? You're not alone🕯️ Join us next Wednesday for a panel discussion on building confidence, overcoming early-career challenges, and finding your footing in the weather, water, and climate enterprise. Register now: https://bit.ly/4rBpTaE

🎊 Just launched: The Certified Climate Science Professional (CCSP) Program! Validate your expertise with this new CCSP designation to tell the world that your analyses are rigorous, unbiased, and trusted 🌎✅ Learn more about #AMSCCSP and apply: ametsoc.org/CCSP

AMS joined other geoscience societies last week for Geosciences Congressional Visits Day🏛️ Participants learned about the policy process and shared their research and the importance of federal funding for science with Congressional offices. More about our Policy program: https://bit.ly/4j5qsaT

Four years ago, the Hunga Tonga volcanic eruption triggered a tsunami that struck the U.S. East Coast at the same time as nor'easter-driven storm surge AND a "meteotsunami." This weekend’s nor'easter flooding is hitting many of the same areas. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3VbPnzC

🎯 Looking to recruit top talent or attract students to your graduate program? Applications to exhibit at the #AMS2027 Career Resource & Graduate School Fair are NOW open! Space is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Reserve your spot today: https://bit.ly/4zwwAP4

#HispanicHeritageMonth Spotlight: Jenniffer Guerra is a member of the Telemundo 51 weather team. An AMS CBM, she delivers weather forecasts, scientific reports, and atmospheric insights to the Spanish-speaking community across the Miami–Fort Lauderdale area. Read more: https://bit.ly/4xKYS6q

AMS in the News 📰 In a world of 'fried' attention spans, how should journalists cover climate change? "Make it simple, and make it relevant." Hear from AMS President Alan Sealls and other experts: https://bit.ly/4AqAedG

A campaign in Germany—"urbisphere-Berlin"—investigated how different city densities and human activities impact atmospheric boundary layer dynamics, with the goal of improved urban and intraurban modeling and enhanced resiliency of cities. Read more: https://bit.ly/4h7rDoJ

Volunteering with AMS is one of the best ways to build key connections early in your career 🔑 Bring your ideas and expertise to an AMS board or committee and make your voice heard across the weather, water, and climate community. Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/45MICHf

This looks fantastic. Especially speaking as someone who got hit very hard with the cuts!!

This is going to be such a solid panel discussion and what a way to kick off #AMS2027 proceedings!

How do we build career resilience through unexpected disruption ⛈️⚡? Join the #AMS2027 Presidential Forum, "Shock, Pain, Pivot," for an honest conversation on navigating professional and personal adversity in our field. 📌 Attend in Denver or watch the livestream: https://bit.ly/3VL0xLF