Thunderstorms can be characterized by their classic anvil-shaped tops, which are where the air hits a strong, stable layer of the atmosphere and can’t force its way through it. This layer is often ...

Flooding, gusty winds and dangerous lightning for some, a few distant rumbles and maybe sprinkles in the dust for others.

The 45th Weather Squadron gave a 75% chance for good liftoff conditions, with the only concerns being the cumulus cloud, anvil cloud and surface electric fields rules.