This is basically an inkblot test for severe weather watchers
It's that time of year again.
Author: Ian Livingston
Information lead and forecaster for the Washington Post's Capital Weather Gang.
Top U.S. tornado videos of 2017
It was an above average year for tornado numbers, and many were breathtaking.
A look at tornadoes by rating (maps)
Examining tornadoes by a 0-5 ranking offers some clues to their patterns.
Best chase ever: Dodge City tornadofest of May 24, 2016
A tale of the day which featured a dozen twisters from one storm, all atop some of the best terrain…
A look at all the tornado warnings since 2008 (maps)
Tornado warnings outpace tornadoes by about 2.5 to 1. But where are they most common year-to-year?
2017 is off to a record-breaking start for tornadoes and severe weather. Will it continue?
Signs might also point to an active April, but beyond that is trickier.
Weather patterns that favor lots of tornadoes during each month of the year
While certain rules hold all year, each month has its own nuances.
Recent high risk storm outlooks usually foreshadow a major tornado outbreak
High risks from the Storm Prediction Center are very bad news.
Top U.S. tornado videos of 2016
While it was light on overall numbers, the year was packed with incredible tornadoes.
Reviewing the 2016 tornado year with the “Ice Station Housman” podcast
The year was relatively quiet, but there were a number of memorable events.
Tornadoes have scoured the landscape on Election Day before
One of the most turbulent U.S. elections ever is coming to a close. It could be worse.
Chasecation 2016, Day 13: The end of the road, until next time
It's always hard to say goodbye.