Meteorlogists Mike Brookins

Nov 14, 2023 | cnycentral.com | Sam Postich |Meteorlogists Mike Brookins

If you thought the thunder last night was a lot louder than normal, you'd be right. A temperature inversion aloft in the sky set up across Central New York, which in turn amplified the thunderous booms from what would have been a very common storm. Brandon O'Meal Lightning Bolt Night SkyLet's break down what made this unique event. The atmosphere typically cools with height from the surface of the Earth, but during an inversion, temperatures actually warm with height.