August 29, 2024 — First Stop News

Make your own tornado in a jar! Make your own tornado in a jar!

All things weather!

We talked to Guy Brown, meteorologist at Spectrum News NY1, about all the weather events your kids hear about — and the science behind how they happen!

Guy explains Wildfires!

This year’s fire activity is above average and the bulk of the fire season is still ahead in the US! Learn how wildfires start and where they happen the most.

And Tornadoes!

Guy explains why tornadoes are some of the most destructive forces in nature…and shows you how to do your own tornado in a jar experiment at home!

And Hurricanes!

August to October is peak hurricane season. But how do hurricanes get their names? Watch to hear more about the history behind the alphabetical naming system.

TRUE or FALSE: Were hurricanes ever ONLY named after women?

Watch to find out the answer to our question of the day.