Blog Post 8



I chose to analyze the kernel density of Tornado location every 25 years from 1950-2000 to allow for a great range of equal distance times. I was shocked to find how far tornados spread from 1950 to 1975.  In the 1950's the tornados were primarily concentrated in the heartland of the U.S. and the east coast. The location of majority of tornados remained consistent in the center of the U.S.

As time went on, the tornados began to migrate closer to the west coast, as can be seen in the changes from 1975 and 2000. I find this interesting and I think it will be really cool to see how this map will look next year, 2025. 

This map could explain historical migration patterns of populations that could have been affected by the tornados. Additionally, this map could be important in establishing safety plans for future tornados. For example those in California likely do not have the necessary equipment for helping its residents survive Tornados and their aftermath. However, as these maps show, the likelihood of California being affected by Tornados seems to increase over time. As this conclusion has been drawn from the maps, California should begin accumulating necessary supplies for the increasing likelihood of a Tornado occurring.  




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  1. Rachael L.October 29, 2024 at 11:50 AM

    I like your point that the more people being affected by the tornadoes based on movement West. However, I do not think that the maps explain the movement patterns, since tornadoes would not be more frequent just because people are there. Overall though, great maps!

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