Rob Lightbown (Crown Weather)
@crownweather.com
Meteorologist for Crown Weather. Avid amateur astronomer. Happily married for 15 yrs to @icecat516. Dog dad to 6 rescues. Bruins, Red Sox & Celtics fan. I live in Central Mass but have lived in Maine & New Hampshire.
Was On X/Twitter as @crownweather
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A reminder that "But what if people on YOUR side are on the Epstein list?" is a bullshit argument, EVERYONE who was raping children needs to get into the bin right now, that's the deal here and it ain't exactly complicated
Bill Clinton mentioned during the Epstein press conference, which is a shock, because he's such a stand up guy with no former sexual misconduct accusations against him
September 3, 2025 at 3:33 PM
A reminder that "But what if people on YOUR side are on the Epstein list?" is a bullshit argument, EVERYONE who was raping children needs to get into the bin right now, that's the deal here and it ain't exactly complicated
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Let's be SUPER clear about this.
Lock. Them. All. Up.
ALL of them.
The only "sides" here are 1) rapists plus people who support them, and 2) those that want the rapists to be in jail.
Lock. Them. All. Up.
ALL of them.
The only "sides" here are 1) rapists plus people who support them, and 2) those that want the rapists to be in jail.
A reminder that "But what if people on YOUR side are on the Epstein list?" is a bullshit argument, EVERYONE who was raping children needs to get into the bin right now, that's the deal here and it ain't exactly complicated
Bill Clinton mentioned during the Epstein press conference, which is a shock, because he's such a stand up guy with no former sexual misconduct accusations against him
September 3, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Let's be SUPER clear about this.
Lock. Them. All. Up.
ALL of them.
The only "sides" here are 1) rapists plus people who support them, and 2) those that want the rapists to be in jail.
Lock. Them. All. Up.
ALL of them.
The only "sides" here are 1) rapists plus people who support them, and 2) those that want the rapists to be in jail.
Thanks to @johnmoralestv.bsky.social for noticing this on the open entry level NWS positions. To get your foot into the NWS, it seems as if you have to kiss the ass of the executive branch. I've given serious thought of applying for the positions at the 2 NWS offices in Maine. Now, not so much.
August 26, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Thanks to @johnmoralestv.bsky.social for noticing this on the open entry level NWS positions. To get your foot into the NWS, it seems as if you have to kiss the ass of the executive branch. I've given serious thought of applying for the positions at the 2 NWS offices in Maine. Now, not so much.
@millsish.bsky.social Wanted to see if you and Peter are going to be at the Baseball Project show in Somerville, Mass on September 23rd. My wife, Meg, has been a huge fan of R.E.M. for 30-plus years and is also a huge Red Sox fan. Would love to see you and Peter on stage together. Thanks!!!
August 24, 2025 at 10:54 PM
@millsish.bsky.social Wanted to see if you and Peter are going to be at the Baseball Project show in Somerville, Mass on September 23rd. My wife, Meg, has been a huge fan of R.E.M. for 30-plus years and is also a huge Red Sox fan. Would love to see you and Peter on stage together. Thanks!!!
Only a 1500 mile spread in the GFS ensemble guidance of where Invest #97L might be in 10 days from now. Seems to be 2 camps w/ 1 in the SW Atlantic & the second way out in the open Atlantic. My gut says this goes up and out, but I'm not discounting a closer approach to the SE US coast.
August 10, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Only a 1500 mile spread in the GFS ensemble guidance of where Invest #97L might be in 10 days from now. Seems to be 2 camps w/ 1 in the SW Atlantic & the second way out in the open Atlantic. My gut says this goes up and out, but I'm not discounting a closer approach to the SE US coast.
Invest #97L is very close to becoming a depression over the eastern Atlantic. I do think that it will likely become a depression and then a tropical storm over the next few days.
Invest 97L should stay far enough north to avoid the Lesser Antilles.
Invest 97L should stay far enough north to avoid the Lesser Antilles.
August 10, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Invest #97L is very close to becoming a depression over the eastern Atlantic. I do think that it will likely become a depression and then a tropical storm over the next few days.
Invest 97L should stay far enough north to avoid the Lesser Antilles.
Invest 97L should stay far enough north to avoid the Lesser Antilles.
The very much advertised tropical wave located over the far eastern Atlantic is now tagged Invest 97-L by NHC. Let the real hype begin.
August 9, 2025 at 3:27 PM
The very much advertised tropical wave located over the far eastern Atlantic is now tagged Invest 97-L by NHC. Let the real hype begin.
I know I'm going to regret it, but I went ahead and activated my account on the "bad site".
While I love BlueSky and the interactions I have on here, it lacks the ability for me to follow breaking severe or tropical weather. Sadly, this is where the other site still excels.
Ugh, I hate myself!
While I love BlueSky and the interactions I have on here, it lacks the ability for me to follow breaking severe or tropical weather. Sadly, this is where the other site still excels.
Ugh, I hate myself!
August 9, 2025 at 2:22 PM
I know I'm going to regret it, but I went ahead and activated my account on the "bad site".
While I love BlueSky and the interactions I have on here, it lacks the ability for me to follow breaking severe or tropical weather. Sadly, this is where the other site still excels.
Ugh, I hate myself!
While I love BlueSky and the interactions I have on here, it lacks the ability for me to follow breaking severe or tropical weather. Sadly, this is where the other site still excels.
Ugh, I hate myself!
As a meteorologist, I have to remind myself that while weather models are fun to look at, they are just a tool in our weather toolbox. Analysis of what's actually going on & actually analyzing what the models are showing is ALWAYS better than just looking at a model depiction.
August 9, 2025 at 1:17 PM
As a meteorologist, I have to remind myself that while weather models are fun to look at, they are just a tool in our weather toolbox. Analysis of what's actually going on & actually analyzing what the models are showing is ALWAYS better than just looking at a model depiction.
The new wave pushing off of the coast of Africa has now been outlooked by @nhc-atlantic.extwitter.link
I definitely agree that slow development seems likely due to sub-optimal SSTs over the E & C Atlantic. Faster development may occur once this wave hits 55-60 W longitude.
I definitely agree that slow development seems likely due to sub-optimal SSTs over the E & C Atlantic. Faster development may occur once this wave hits 55-60 W longitude.
August 9, 2025 at 1:28 AM
The new wave pushing off of the coast of Africa has now been outlooked by @nhc-atlantic.extwitter.link
I definitely agree that slow development seems likely due to sub-optimal SSTs over the E & C Atlantic. Faster development may occur once this wave hits 55-60 W longitude.
I definitely agree that slow development seems likely due to sub-optimal SSTs over the E & C Atlantic. Faster development may occur once this wave hits 55-60 W longitude.
It appears that there is going to be a burst of tropical activity across the Atlantic over the next week or so. In fact, we are watching several areas with interest.
All of these were extensively discussed in our latest weather update that can be found at crownweather.com/discussions/ .
All of these were extensively discussed in our latest weather update that can be found at crownweather.com/discussions/ .
August 6, 2025 at 3:25 PM
It appears that there is going to be a burst of tropical activity across the Atlantic over the next week or so. In fact, we are watching several areas with interest.
All of these were extensively discussed in our latest weather update that can be found at crownweather.com/discussions/ .
All of these were extensively discussed in our latest weather update that can be found at crownweather.com/discussions/ .
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August 6, 2025 at 12:47 PM
I wanted to take a moment to invite you to become a Crown Weather PLUS subscriber by going to the following link - crownweather.com/cws-plus/ .
The cost of a subscription is well worth the money given what you get in return for being updated on the latest about the tropics.
The cost of a subscription is well worth the money given what you get in return for being updated on the latest about the tropics.
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0340Z, 7/30: As we are still over an hour away from potential #Tsunami waves impacting #Hawaii, and even later for the west coast, you can find updates at:
Tsunami Warning Center - tsunami.gov
WFO Honolulu (where Tsunami Warnings are active tonight) - www.weather.gov/hfo
Tsunami Warning Center - tsunami.gov
WFO Honolulu (where Tsunami Warnings are active tonight) - www.weather.gov/hfo
U.S. Tsunami Warning Centers
tsunami.gov
July 30, 2025 at 3:41 AM
0340Z, 7/30: As we are still over an hour away from potential #Tsunami waves impacting #Hawaii, and even later for the west coast, you can find updates at:
Tsunami Warning Center - tsunami.gov
WFO Honolulu (where Tsunami Warnings are active tonight) - www.weather.gov/hfo
Tsunami Warning Center - tsunami.gov
WFO Honolulu (where Tsunami Warnings are active tonight) - www.weather.gov/hfo
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Emergency officials and the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center now warn that tsunami waves ranging from 3 to 12 feet could impact parts of Hawaii. Residents in vulnerable areas are urged to prepare and stay alert.
July 30, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Emergency officials and the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center now warn that tsunami waves ranging from 3 to 12 feet could impact parts of Hawaii. Residents in vulnerable areas are urged to prepare and stay alert.
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BREAKING: Honolulu Department of Emergency Management in Hawaii calls for evacuation of some coastal areas after earthquake in Russia, says destructive tsunami waves expected.
July 30, 2025 at 1:16 AM
BREAKING: Honolulu Department of Emergency Management in Hawaii calls for evacuation of some coastal areas after earthquake in Russia, says destructive tsunami waves expected.
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8.7 magnitude #earthquake 126 km ESE of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, #Russia. #Tsunami Warnings & Watches up. Warnings for western Aleutian Islands of #Alaska. Watches: #Hawaii & all of the West Coast of USA. Heed evacuation orders and head to higher ground. www.tsunami.gov
U.S. Tsunami Warning Centers
www.tsunami.gov
July 30, 2025 at 12:47 AM
8.7 magnitude #earthquake 126 km ESE of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, #Russia. #Tsunami Warnings & Watches up. Warnings for western Aleutian Islands of #Alaska. Watches: #Hawaii & all of the West Coast of USA. Heed evacuation orders and head to higher ground. www.tsunami.gov
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0045Z, 7/30: A #TsunamiWarning is now in effect for #Hawaii. ETA 7:17 PM HST tonight. Urgent action should be taken to protect lives and property along coastlines! #Tsunami
HEB issues Tsunami Warning for 35 forecast zones in [HI] until further notice Link
July 30, 2025 at 12:54 AM
0045Z, 7/30: A #TsunamiWarning is now in effect for #Hawaii. ETA 7:17 PM HST tonight. Urgent action should be taken to protect lives and property along coastlines! #Tsunami
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#Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a #tsunami warning and advisory for the Pacific coast from #Hokkaido to #Okinawa. The estimate of maximum wave height is now expected to be 3 meter. japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/gene...
JMA Issued a Tsunami Warning for the Pacific Coast, with Estimated Maximum Wave Height 3 Meters (UPDATE2 )
<p>The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a tsunami warning and advisory for the Pacific coast from Hokkaido to Okinawa in Wednesday morning. The estimate of maximum wave height is now expected to be ...
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp
July 30, 2025 at 12:59 AM
#Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a #tsunami warning and advisory for the Pacific coast from #Hokkaido to #Okinawa. The estimate of maximum wave height is now expected to be 3 meter. japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/gene...
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BREAKING: Tsunami waves, up to 13 feet, recorded in Yelizovsky in Kamchatka Krai, Russia following powerful 8.7 magnitude earthquake. - TASS
July 30, 2025 at 12:40 AM
BREAKING: Tsunami waves, up to 13 feet, recorded in Yelizovsky in Kamchatka Krai, Russia following powerful 8.7 magnitude earthquake. - TASS
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🚨🚨 I've independently confirmed with @NOAA that they received a late-breaking notice from @DeptofDefense that SSMIS data will continue to flow for the remainder of the lifespan of the satellites. I will be updating my reporting shortly. Here is the official NOAA statement 👇
July 29, 2025 at 2:43 PM
🚨🚨 I've independently confirmed with @NOAA that they received a late-breaking notice from @DeptofDefense that SSMIS data will continue to flow for the remainder of the lifespan of the satellites. I will be updating my reporting shortly. Here is the official NOAA statement 👇
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#Breaking: Just got off the phone with a NOAA spokesperson. DOD has stated that SSMIS microwave scans will be made available to NOAA through the end of the satellites’ lifespan and until the replacement instrument’s data comes online.
July 29, 2025 at 1:37 PM
#Breaking: Just got off the phone with a NOAA spokesperson. DOD has stated that SSMIS microwave scans will be made available to NOAA through the end of the satellites’ lifespan and until the replacement instrument’s data comes online.
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CBS is pathetic and sad.
Just finished taping with Stephen Colbert who announced his show was cancelled.
If Paramount and CBS ended the Late Show for political reasons, the public deserves to know. And deserves better.
If Paramount and CBS ended the Late Show for political reasons, the public deserves to know. And deserves better.
July 17, 2025 at 11:59 PM
CBS is pathetic and sad.
A legit tornado signature in the woods west of Ashland in northern Maine. Also that part of the storm seems to be turning more to the right & may head for the more populated towns such as Ashland, Washburn & even Caribou.
I used to live in this part of Maine for 26 years, so I know it well.
I used to live in this part of Maine for 26 years, so I know it well.
July 17, 2025 at 9:04 PM
A legit tornado signature in the woods west of Ashland in northern Maine. Also that part of the storm seems to be turning more to the right & may head for the more populated towns such as Ashland, Washburn & even Caribou.
I used to live in this part of Maine for 26 years, so I know it well.
I used to live in this part of Maine for 26 years, so I know it well.
TSUNAMI WARNING for all areas along the Alaskan Peninsula as a 7.2 magnitude earthquake has occurred only 50 miles south of Sand Point, AK.
July 16, 2025 at 8:52 PM
TSUNAMI WARNING for all areas along the Alaskan Peninsula as a 7.2 magnitude earthquake has occurred only 50 miles south of Sand Point, AK.