New data reveals how storms are triggered in the Sahel
Tuesday, June 21, 2011 - 10:30
in Earth & Climate
In the Sahel, the frequency of storms increases when soil moisture varies over a few kilometers. Such contrasts cause air circulation between dry and humid areas, contributing to the development of storms. For the first time, these contrasts have been studied on a small scale. The new data that should help researchers to address the issue of drought in the Sahel.