Document Type
Poster
Publication Title
Northrop Grumman Engineering & Science Student Design Showcase
Abstract
Before Category 4 Hurricane Ian landed in Florida in 2022, a tornado outbreak produced South FL’s average annual amount of tornadoes in less than 24 hours. This study investigated characteristics of the event to identify what contributed to this phenomenon. Previous research indicated tropical cyclones taking a northeastern track place South Florida in a favorable sector for tornadic events (Hagemeyer, n.d., pp. 1-2). Additional research suggested diurnal implications between sea-land surface temperatures on the timing of tropical cyclone tornado outbreaks (Hagemeyer, 1997, p.405). Consequently, the variables evaluated established the origin of such events.
Advisor
Milla Costa, Melissa Zavaleta
Publication Date
4-25-2025
Recommended Citation
Dorval, Mia Aurora, "Investigating a Concentrated Tornado Outbreak in Southeastern Florida Preceding Hurricane Ian’s Direct Impact" (2025). Ocean Engineering and Marine Sciences Student Publications. 71.
https://repository.fit.edu/oems_student/71