In March I talked about storms, wall clouds, and hook echos. Yesterday, Iowa (and other Midwest states) were visited by another type of powerful storm — a derecho storm.
Bonus Fun Fact: Derecho storms are widespread storms that produce very high winds in straight line patterns. On weather radar, they typically take the shape of a bow (like a bow and arrow). I tried to understand the meteorological magic that creates these storms, but I believe its beyond me. If you want to learn more about derecho storms, check out NOAA’s Facts About Derechos page.
Bonus Bonus Fun Fact: Derecho is pronounced deh-REY-cho and is Spanish for ‘straight.’
Jason E. Andersen 
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