Core Education

The following questions from schools are answered by a scientist: 1. Tornadoes are not common in New Zealand. Why is that? 2. Does Antarctica influence weather events in New Zealand? 3. We measure rain daily? How do you measure rain and hail? 4. How dangerous is it for children to be out in rain and thunder? Max 5. What mindset helps you cope best to survive in a disaster? 6. Our recent floods were a one in 200 year event? Was that a weather bomb or an extreme weather event? 7. What are the most concerning issues for New Zealand weather experts?