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Why waterspouts are so common in Tampa Bay

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This Florida town was named the lightning capital of the US

The State of Florida also landed the top spot in the nation for total lightning density, with 285 lightning events per square mile.
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Waterspout moves ashore as landspout, not tornado | Got A Minute?

Yesterday over Clearwater Beach we saw a waterspout become a landspout, but technically not a tornado. Meteorologist Grant Gilmore explains why there's a difference.
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What causes a meteor shower?

There may even be some fireballs — larger and longer-lasting "explosions of light and color."
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What makes a meteor shower? | Got A Minute

The Perseid meteor shower will be at its peak Aug. 11-13 as Earth moves through dusty debris left behind by a comet.
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Yes, sharks can detect hurricanes | Got A Minute

A shark's heightened senses can actually help them detect hurricanes. 10 Tampa Bay Meteorologist Grant Gilmore explains how sharks can detect weather events.
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How sea breeze affects your rain chances | Got A Minute

A viewer asked our 10 Tampa Bay weather team why other places near her were getting rain but her lawn remained bone dry. It has to do with sea breeze. Grant explains
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Ocean to ocean: What happens when tropical systems jump basins

Although rare, basin-hopping storms occur every few years.
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How does hail form?

Warm drafts and cold drafts interact during a thunderstorm to turn raindrops into ice.
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Got A Minute: How math helps meteorologists calculate wind speeds

What is an anemometer? Grant walks you through what it is and how meteorologists use it and math to calculate wind speeds.
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How does frost form?

Meteorologist Grant Gilmore explains why frost forms on your car and the grass, even if temps don't get to freezing.
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Why do leaves change color in the fall?

It has to do with leaves stopping chlorophyll production.