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Study: U.S. tornado frequency shifting eastward from Great Plains

Tornado Alley is still tops, but more vulnerable regions are catching up

October 17, 2018

DeKalb, IL – A new study finds that over the past four decades, tornado frequency has increased over a large swath of the Midwest and Southeast and decreased in portions…

NIU snags meteorology professor who predicts tornadoes—weeks in advance

August 31, 2017

DEKALB, Ill. – NIU’s Department of Geographic and Atmospheric Sciences has snagged a new faculty member who has been highly visible in the world of leading-edge weather research, particularly on…

Three NIU students win Fulbright grants for overseas experiences

May 12, 2016

When Hannah Eboh graduated from Hinckley-Big Rock High School in 2009, she had no plans for college. “I moved to the Virgin Islands. I liked it,” says Eboh, now in…

One year later, NIU geographers say photos, videos tell tale of Fairdale tornado

April 6, 2016

NIU geographers have developed an interactive map—with links to stunning videos and photos—showing the 30-mile path of the April 9, 2015 tornado that devastated the community of Fairdale, about 20…

Study finds sprawl is creating bigger target for tornadoes

April 6, 2016

While much tornado research in recent years has focused on whether storm intensities and frequencies are increasing as a result of climate change, a new study by Northern Illinois University…

NIU researchers say little-studied hazards of fog, dust and smoke can be killers

May 13, 2015

During the early morning hours of Jan. 29, 2012, a plume of smoke engulfed Interstate 75 in north-central Florida. It ended up causing a series of multiple-vehicle collisions, resulting in…

Photo courtesy NIU meterology professor Walker Ashley

NIU experts provide lesson in preparedness

May 5, 2015

In the aftermath of the tornado last month that devastated the community of Fairdale, about 20 miles northwest of DeKalb, the NIU Department of Geography held a symposium to discuss…

What if April 9th tornado had taken different path?

NIU slates public symposium examining region’s severe weather hazards; experts to provide safety tips

April 22, 2015

The April 9th tornado that tore through the northern Illinois region claimed two lives, devastated the small community of Fairdale and caused frightening damage in a number of towns. But…

Photo courtesy NIU meteorology professor Walker Ashley

NIU assists neighbors with tornado response, recovery

April 10, 2015

When Thursday evening’s nasty weather system began taking shape west of DeKalb County, NIU police officers quickly staged in the residence halls, ready to move students and staff to safety….

NIU researchers: Cities can spawn more thunderstorms

February 17, 2015

Here’s a potential jolt to urbanites: Some big cities, particularly those located in hot and humid environments, actually birth more thunderstorms than surrounding rural areas. The conclusion is one of…

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Study: U.S. tornado frequency shifting eastward from Great Plains

Tornado Alley is still tops, but more vulnerable regions are catching up

NIU snags meteorology professor who predicts tornadoes—weeks in advance

Packing their bags

Three NIU students win Fulbright grants for overseas experiences

Caught on camera

One year later, NIU geographers say photos, videos tell tale of Fairdale tornado

Recipe for disaster

Study finds sprawl is creating bigger target for tornadoes

Driving blind

NIU researchers say little-studied hazards of fog, dust and smoke can be killers

Tornado talk

NIU experts provide lesson in preparedness

What if April 9th tornado had taken different path?

NIU slates public symposium examining region’s severe weather hazards; experts to provide safety tips

In the Eye of the Storm

NIU assists neighbors with tornado response, recovery

NIU researchers: Cities can spawn more thunderstorms

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