Elliott Fosler-Lussier
@lckytuba.bsky.social
Current PhD student studying hurricane structure at UHawaii. B.S, Penn State '24. Low brass player and EDM producer. He/him or they/them. Opinions provided here are my own.
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Elliott Fosler-Lussier's Tropical Cyclone Database
docs.google.com
Oh yeah if yall ever need a good resource for basic TC data (lifespans, intensities, ACE, etc.) I've been working on a global TC database since 2019 that I became serious about during COVID. I try and keep it (relatively) updated.
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
Pretty fascinating evolution of Hurricane #Gabrielle yesterday as observed from Bermuda radar. Looks like it went through a merger eyewall replacement cycle (MERC), and it's not every day we get to see continuous radar data of that. Probably even more unusual to see one at this latitude too.
September 23, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Pretty fascinating evolution of Hurricane #Gabrielle yesterday as observed from Bermuda radar. Looks like it went through a merger eyewall replacement cycle (MERC), and it's not every day we get to see continuous radar data of that. Probably even more unusual to see one at this latitude too.
20 years ago to the day, Hurricane Katrina made its catastrophic landfall on the Gulf Coast. A grim reminder that the actions taken after the storm are often just as important as those taken in preparation for the storm.
August 29, 2025 at 6:06 PM
20 years ago to the day, Hurricane Katrina made its catastrophic landfall on the Gulf Coast. A grim reminder that the actions taken after the storm are often just as important as those taken in preparation for the storm.
Been updating this with pretty much every recon VDM ever back to 1968 by the way
Oh yeah if yall ever need a good resource for basic TC data (lifespans, intensities, ACE, etc.) I've been working on a global TC database since 2019 that I became serious about during COVID. I try and keep it (relatively) updated.
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
Elliott Fosler-Lussier's Tropical Cyclone Database
docs.google.com
August 7, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Been updating this with pretty much every recon VDM ever back to 1968 by the way
45 years ago to the hour: Hurricane Allen reaching its 165 knot/899 hPa peak
August 7, 2025 at 6:25 PM
45 years ago to the hour: Hurricane Allen reaching its 165 knot/899 hPa peak
one thing that writing a manuscript has helped me realize is that creative and scientific writing are two completely different things, and in some ways I wish I was taught that earlier than my lab practicum course in my last semester of undergrad
July 21, 2025 at 8:09 PM
one thing that writing a manuscript has helped me realize is that creative and scientific writing are two completely different things, and in some ways I wish I was taught that earlier than my lab practicum course in my last semester of undergrad
The tracks of Tropical Storms Nari and 08W really remind me of Tropical Storms Conson and Chanthu from the 2016 typhoon season. Odd to see two storms approach Japan from that angle in quick succession.
July 16, 2025 at 10:02 AM
The tracks of Tropical Storms Nari and 08W really remind me of Tropical Storms Conson and Chanthu from the 2016 typhoon season. Odd to see two storms approach Japan from that angle in quick succession.
year 1 of grad school done. Will be working on my first journal letter over the summer
May 13, 2025 at 10:17 PM
year 1 of grad school done. Will be working on my first journal letter over the summer
gonna be a LONG day today
April 4, 2025 at 6:10 PM
gonna be a LONG day today
Tip for scientists: Always back up your work on multiple external drives. That way, if one drive fails, you're going to be OK. This quite literally saved my butt this weekend when my laptop was wiped for a repair- while I lost all the music projects I had since 2018, my research was thankfully safe!
March 31, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Tip for scientists: Always back up your work on multiple external drives. That way, if one drive fails, you're going to be OK. This quite literally saved my butt this weekend when my laptop was wiped for a repair- while I lost all the music projects I had since 2018, my research was thankfully safe!
Oh yeah if yall ever need a good resource for basic TC data (lifespans, intensities, ACE, etc.) I've been working on a global TC database since 2019 that I became serious about during COVID. I try and keep it (relatively) updated.
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
Elliott Fosler-Lussier's Tropical Cyclone Database
docs.google.com
March 7, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Oh yeah if yall ever need a good resource for basic TC data (lifespans, intensities, ACE, etc.) I've been working on a global TC database since 2019 that I became serious about during COVID. I try and keep it (relatively) updated.
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
one of the interesting things I've noticed is that the South Pacific basin has barely had any truly active seasons since 2004-2005. Of the last 19 seasons, only 2015-16 surpassed the 70 ACE mark, which is an unusually inactive stretch even for a climatologically less active basin.
March 7, 2025 at 10:19 PM
one of the interesting things I've noticed is that the South Pacific basin has barely had any truly active seasons since 2004-2005. Of the last 19 seasons, only 2015-16 surpassed the 70 ACE mark, which is an unusually inactive stretch even for a climatologically less active basin.
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I am a private meteorologist not affiliated with NOAA and the NWS. As such, I am not directly affected by the recent and ongoing slashing of personnel and funding from these agencies. Even so, the impacts will be felt by me, and by people affected by disasters as a consequence.
March 1, 2025 at 2:57 AM
I am a private meteorologist not affiliated with NOAA and the NWS. As such, I am not directly affected by the recent and ongoing slashing of personnel and funding from these agencies. Even so, the impacts will be felt by me, and by people affected by disasters as a consequence.
Reposted by Elliott Fosler-Lussier
Andy is one of the most dedicated and passionate scientists in our field, and his contributions span far and wide in hurricane research and forecasting, especially time at NHC. He was part of the illegal layoffs of the last 48 hours.
If you’re able, consider chipping in to help support his family.
If you’re able, consider chipping in to help support his family.
Donate to Weathering the Storm: Support for Andy Hazelton, organized by Lisa Bucci
We need your help! Andy is the guy in the office who loves his job and cowo… Lisa Bucci needs your support for Weathering the Storm: Support for Andy Hazelton
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March 1, 2025 at 1:45 AM
Andy is one of the most dedicated and passionate scientists in our field, and his contributions span far and wide in hurricane research and forecasting, especially time at NHC. He was part of the illegal layoffs of the last 48 hours.
If you’re able, consider chipping in to help support his family.
If you’re able, consider chipping in to help support his family.
Personally what's most distressing about the firings: it's so surreal watching many of the NOAA mets I grew up looking up lose their jobs this fast. They're a huge part of what made the field special to me. They've inspired and continue to inspire me, and their loss is devastating to the field.
February 28, 2025 at 8:19 PM
Personally what's most distressing about the firings: it's so surreal watching many of the NOAA mets I grew up looking up lose their jobs this fast. They're a huge part of what made the field special to me. They've inspired and continue to inspire me, and their loss is devastating to the field.
This is the kind of thing that’s been keeping me up at night. Even though I’m in a comparatively stable position, a lot of people in my circles are undergrads finishing up a degree and looking into grad school/joining the workforce or grad students near the end of their degree. Feeling for them.
I have no insider information but am becoming increasingly less confident my (dream) job and many others will exist in the future.
February 28, 2025 at 7:09 PM
This is the kind of thing that’s been keeping me up at night. Even though I’m in a comparatively stable position, a lot of people in my circles are undergrads finishing up a degree and looking into grad school/joining the workforce or grad students near the end of their degree. Feeling for them.
I have no words to describe the sorrow I feel today. So many amazing people who did their work to keep the public safe rather than getting potentially higher paychecks in the private sector are impacted by this. Keeping yall in my thoughts.
February 27, 2025 at 10:20 PM
I have no words to describe the sorrow I feel today. So many amazing people who did their work to keep the public safe rather than getting potentially higher paychecks in the private sector are impacted by this. Keeping yall in my thoughts.
Yesterday at 12UTC, we had 6 simultaneous cyclones in the Southern Hemisphere- 2 in each basin. All but Seru have attained/are expected to attain hurricane intensity during their lifetime.
February 26, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Yesterday at 12UTC, we had 6 simultaneous cyclones in the Southern Hemisphere- 2 in each basin. All but Seru have attained/are expected to attain hurricane intensity during their lifetime.
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@bhensonweather.bsky.social and I on major damage occurring to science: "Large cuts at NIH and the National Science Foundation would devastate U.S. higher education, forcing thousands of layoffs and ending the education of thousands of graduate students."
yaleclimateconnections.org/2025/02/cuts...
yaleclimateconnections.org/2025/02/cuts...
Cuts to U.S. weather and climate research could put public safety at risk » Yale Climate Connections
Firings and budget cuts could slow emergency disaster response and weaken resilience efforts.
yaleclimateconnections.org
February 21, 2025 at 7:42 PM
@bhensonweather.bsky.social and I on major damage occurring to science: "Large cuts at NIH and the National Science Foundation would devastate U.S. higher education, forcing thousands of layoffs and ending the education of thousands of graduate students."
yaleclimateconnections.org/2025/02/cuts...
yaleclimateconnections.org/2025/02/cuts...
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Saw this in the office break room of NOAA NCEI today.
I’m going to take this “feel good” energy from an anonymous person and forward it to all of you, especially those that work for or alongside NOAA.
I’m proud of the work we do, and I’m grateful for all NOAA does.
Thank you.
I’m going to take this “feel good” energy from an anonymous person and forward it to all of you, especially those that work for or alongside NOAA.
I’m proud of the work we do, and I’m grateful for all NOAA does.
Thank you.
February 20, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Saw this in the office break room of NOAA NCEI today.
I’m going to take this “feel good” energy from an anonymous person and forward it to all of you, especially those that work for or alongside NOAA.
I’m proud of the work we do, and I’m grateful for all NOAA does.
Thank you.
I’m going to take this “feel good” energy from an anonymous person and forward it to all of you, especially those that work for or alongside NOAA.
I’m proud of the work we do, and I’m grateful for all NOAA does.
Thank you.
This is the kind of messaging that we need in times like these. Highly recommend you watch the entire speech if you get the chance.
Tyranny requires your fear, your silence, and your compliance.
Democracy requires your courage.
Democracy requires your courage.
February 20, 2025 at 10:17 PM
This is the kind of messaging that we need in times like these. Highly recommend you watch the entire speech if you get the chance.
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I think the biggest lie being told right now is that one of the wealthiest countries in the world cannot afford to invest in science, education, and the environment.
February 19, 2025 at 10:33 PM
I think the biggest lie being told right now is that one of the wealthiest countries in the world cannot afford to invest in science, education, and the environment.
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How to find climate data and science the Trump administration doesn’t want you to see
theconversation.com/how-to-find-...
theconversation.com/how-to-find-...
How to find climate data and science the Trump administration doesn’t want you to see
Several groups are working to preserve webpages, tools and data – some of which have already gone missing from government webpages since the start of the Trump administration.
theconversation.com
February 19, 2025 at 8:36 PM
How to find climate data and science the Trump administration doesn’t want you to see
theconversation.com/how-to-find-...
theconversation.com/how-to-find-...
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Every scientist, long before they were a scientist, was a little kid who stood in front of a fish tank or stared up at the stars or turned over a rock to look at the bugs underneath and said “wow”. On the best days, working in science still feels like that.
February 19, 2025 at 2:08 AM
Every scientist, long before they were a scientist, was a little kid who stood in front of a fish tank or stared up at the stars or turned over a rock to look at the bugs underneath and said “wow”. On the best days, working in science still feels like that.
Reposted by Elliott Fosler-Lussier
This. It’s so weird just being out in the world watching people do normal stuff. I just want to yell “don’t you see what’s happening? Do you know what is going on? Do you care?”
Once again, it’s wild to watch the world continue on as normal while everyone I know is falling to pieces. 2025 is truly a dystopian hellscape.
February 18, 2025 at 8:35 PM
This. It’s so weird just being out in the world watching people do normal stuff. I just want to yell “don’t you see what’s happening? Do you know what is going on? Do you care?”
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In January 2014, Atlanta (And most of GA/AL) Were panicking over a few inches of snow, while Alabama was victim of a rapidly changing forecast, the situation in Georgia was caused by, you guessed it, government tomfoolery.
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February 17, 2025 at 10:00 PM
In January 2014, Atlanta (And most of GA/AL) Were panicking over a few inches of snow, while Alabama was victim of a rapidly changing forecast, the situation in Georgia was caused by, you guessed it, government tomfoolery.
Video is going live NOW!
Video is going live NOW!