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Bloomfield, IN Severe Storms Footage – 3/27/2016
Severe weather hammered parts of the Midwest on Easter Sunday bringing a rare outbreak of hail across the region, along with damaging winds and a few reported funnel clouds. The Storm Prediction Center issued a severe thunderstorm watch for the region mid-afternoon as storms fired in southern Illinois and western Kentucky and moved northeast, mostly…
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Twin Cities Winter Storm – 3/23/2016
The south side of the Twin Cites metro area got hit hard by a late season winter storm. Areas of Dakota county got a half of foot of heavy wet snow that combined with Rush Hour Traffic, made for some very slick roadways. First part of the footage shot in Bloomington, MN and the Minneapolis…
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Snow and Sleet Cause Slushy Roads Mankato MN – 3/23/2016
Slushy roads and bouncing sleet accumulate during a snow storm while snow plows work hard to clear the roads for traffic. All footage shot during Late Evening/Night on March 23, 2016 Mankato, MN. 1. MnDot snow plow travels southbound hwy. 169 clearing a lane from slush 2. Wide Shot looking north on highway 169 with…
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Severe Winds & Hail Hit Maryville, MO – 3/23/2016
The same storm system responsible for the massive hammering of snow that buried Denver had severe weather on the front end across portions of Nebraska, Missouri, and Iowa. High winds and hail were the main threats of the day as numerous storms went up across the region. Reports of damage included trees down and a…
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Eastern Denver Colorado Extreme Blizzard Conditions – 3/23/2016
Extreme Blizzard conditions on the east side of Denver, CO near the Denver International Airport as traffic is at a stand still in whiteout conditions with numerous accidents. Clip 1 Opening scene of jack knifed semi truck on E-470 near Denver International Airport. Clip 2 Traffic stopped on E-470 because of truck. Clip 3 &…
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Thornton, CO North Denver Metro Blizzard – 3/23/2016
Denver's northern metro rush hour began, Wednesday, March 23, with very heavy snow and winds gusting to near 50 mph in some locations, including Denver International Airport. Snow rates of 1 – 2 inches per hour were common and commuters stayed home from work while many schools closed. Commercial trucks were required to use chains…
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LED Lighting for Video – Why we made the switch
Brandon takes a look at how the lighting of Linus Tech Tips videos has evolved over the years, and gives a brief explanation on why we use our current Westcott Flex setup! Check out Rackspace’s Deep Dive Sessions here! http://bit.ly/22g1XaE Their next session is on March 30th @ 1pm CST Title: Deep Dive: How to…
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Big, Heavy Wet Snowflakes in Southern IL – 3/20/2016
The first day of Spring brought nearly the opposite across southern Illinois as Freeze Watches and Warnings were in effect for most of the region. But those alone weren't enough, Mother Nature welcomed the new season with a morning blast of big, fat snowflakes that sent those up and about seeking coats on their way…
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Heavy Snows in Madrid, IA – 3/19/2016
An upper level low pressure system brought snow to portions of Iowa today. At 3:40 this afternoon a small band of heavy snow moved through the Madrid, IA area. The snow lasted for about 15 minutes before ending. Around 1 inch of snow stuck to grassy surfaces. By this evening most of the snow has…
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Heavy Last Day of Winter Snows in Ames, IA – 3/19/2016
Early Spring, late March Snow Burst in Central Iowa. A cold pool of air brings snow and sleet to central Iowa. Last week the area was enjoying sunshine and 70 degree temperatures. Winter doesn't want to give up its hold on the Midwest. Shot Sheet: Tight snow shot of parking sign Tight shot of a…