Although this year’s destructive flooding in the south of the United States left many without homes, and record-breaking blizzards in the Northeast have caused entire cities to shut down, extreme weather events can be electrifyingly beautiful. On June 16, the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration proved it by releasing the stunning results of its first public photo contest. Contenders could only submit photos of the weather and of scientific forecasting tools. The winning photos below will make you rethink the skies and clouds overhead.
Professional Submissions
Brad Goddard/NOAA
Brad Goddard/NOAA
Brad Goddard/NOAA
Weather, Water and Climate
Conrad Stenftenagel/NOAA
Ken William/NOAA
Bob Larson/NOAA
Science in Action
Mike Zorger/NOAA
Christopher Morse/NOAA
Joseph Phillips/NOAA
In the iMoment
Elijah Burris/NOAA
Mike Shelby/NOAA
Christopher LeBoa/NOAA