Jersey Storm Chasers Ranking
Tornado near Friona, Texas. (Photo by Education Images/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)
There’s no debating that natural disasters can be terrifying. States declaring emergencies, tornado sirens blaring, the threat of intense wind and rain, it’s scary! But for those who seek an adrenaline rush, love the beauty of nature, and are curious about the eye of the storm, storm chasing let’s them live our their Twister dreams!
A recent study from MRO Electric looked at weather data from all 50 states to find out which state would be most thrilling for a storm chaser. The study ranked the top 50 states across the country to chase cyclones based on several factors, including the number of tropical storms, hurricanes, and tornadoes within the past 5 years, the average nightly price of temporary accommodations, average travel expenses, and more. Check out what they found!
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New Jersey is ranked 31 for best cities to be a storm chaser
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Florida might be named the Sunshine State, but it ranks #1 as the best state for storm chasers with a score of 80.23 out of 100. This is due to the fact that Florida reports more tropical storms than any other state.
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If you’re looking to chase tornadoes, Illinois and Kansas won’t let you down. They’re the only two states in the study’s top 10 that aren’t in the southern or southeast part of the country.
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When it comes to the sheer number of natural disasters, no one else comes close to touching the Lonestar State. Texas had the highest number of storms at nearly 200 impacts in the past five years alone.
You can find out more about storm chasing and the full data study here.
Newark Airport's New Terminal A: What You Need To Know
Before you head out on your next vacation, you might notice that Terminal A at the Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) got a makeover.
The Jersey-themed terminal is one million square feet in size and is officially open to travelers starting today (Jan. 12). The new terminal was originally slated to open on Dec. 8 but was delayed due to make sure the fire alarms and other safety systems were in check.
CherylAnn Abienz, a Port Authority spokeswoman, told NJ Advance Media that as of Jan. 12, the old terminal is no longer in service and all new operations will be moved to the new building. Although new can be great, it can also cause some confusion to even the most frequent of fliers.
Take a look below for everything you need to know about the new Terminal A to make your traveling less stressful:
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