Inland Evolution of the Coastal Front During IOP-2, 25 January 1986
Abstract
A unique case of mid-Atlantic coastal frontogenesis on 25 January 1986 is examined through mesoscale analysis to illustrate various stages of it's evolution. This analysis suggests that as the coastal front moves onshore and passes over Pamlico Sound in eastern North Carolina, the front breaks down to form two separate boundaries. The inland boundary is characterized by a strong temperature gradient, while a second weaker front remains along the coast. The Barnes analysis scheme is applied to data from the PAM network to obtain wind fields and areas of convergence. Two identifiable areas of convergence are associated with the two fronts. The importance of vertical mixing is examined and a numerical finite-difference scheme is used to evaluate the magnitude of individual terms of the frontogenesis equation. Lastly, an error analysis is performed to determine the level of reliability of the frontogenesis analysis. Keywords: Theses, Case studies, GALE project, GALE(Genesis of Atlantic Lows Experiment).
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1989
- Accession Number
- ADA217443
Entities
People
- John M. Egentowich
Organizations
- Air Force Institute of Technology