Jonathan Blaes

Dad, husband, State and Canes fan while trying to do a little meteorological science in Raleigh. Opinions are my own and don't represent my employer.

[Carolina Hurricanes @Canes]

All in.

[Carolina Hurricanes @Canes]

No alarm clock needed, still buzzing from last night’s win

[Carolina Hurricanes @Canes]

Couldn't have said it better, Svech

[Carolina Hurricanes @Canes]

The party is bumping in Raleigh 🎉

[NWS Raleigh @NWSRaleigh]

The Atlantic hurricane season starts tomorrow (June 1st) and runs through November 30th.

Get ready with an Emergency Kit that includes at least 3 days of food and water. Lean more https://t.co/NO1L9Bpiji

[NWS Raleigh @NWSRaleigh]

Here's a map of radar-estimated precip across NC since rain began on Thursday. Totals have mostly been 0.5-2" in the north & 1-4" south. Locally higher amounts have occurred with the max observed total 5.94" in Clinton. Full list of observed totals: https://t.co/5kRoUonjHH #ncwx

[Carolina Hurricanes @Canes]

This shot of overtime winner 🔥

[NWS Raleigh @NWSRaleigh]

Today begins #HeatSafety Week. Heat is dangerous and can result in heat-related illnesses including heat cramps, heat exhaustion, heat stroke, or even death. Stay safe by learning the symptoms of heat exposure and the appropriate responses. #ncwx

https://t.co/EnVbeB2WfY

[Jonathan Blaes @jlblaes]

That’s a wrap for Maddie in a Sanderson lacrosse uniform. Finished her high school career was 706 saves. Thanks to the many coaches and teammates who helped her along the way. Next stop Meredith College.

[Carolina Hurricanes @Canes]

WHO WANTS A BEER SKATE?!

RT for your chance to win the hottest drinking device in sports.

[NWS Raleigh @NWSRaleigh]

On the summer solstice, June 21, our daylight in Raleigh will be a little longer than 14.5 hours. That's just a fraction of the 2000+ hours for Utqiagvik's longest daylight span.

[Joshua Murdock @MurdockPhotosWx]

My flight into Raleigh-Durham International airport tonight was spectacular! We were fying parallel to Severe Thunderstorms. What a light show! #NCWX @SpencerWeather

[Carolina Hurricanes @Canes]

Read it (if you can) and weep

[Carolina Hurricanes @Canes]

Bravo, Mr. Andersen 👏

[NWS Raleigh @NWSRaleigh]

A dry weather pattern has also resulted in a very quiet spring severe weather season. Looking back each year through today's date, we have issued the fewest number of Tornado and Severe Thunderstorm Warnings since 2015. #ncwx

[NWS Raleigh @NWSRaleigh]

NWS Raleigh's Hydrologist Barrett Smith will participate in a panel to discuss the expanding and intensifying drought across North Carolina.

You can join a webinar sponsored by the State Climate Office of North Carolina on Thursday, April 23rd at 11am.
https://t.co/VcfmzQTtb1

[NASA @NASA]

Big smiles from Christina and Victor on the deck of the USS John P. Murtha, as they waited to be escorted for their routine post-mission medical checks.

[Tiago Nugent, Composer @TiagoNugent]

Turns out the ISS did!

[NC State Baseball @NCStateBaseball]

Welcome home to our very own Christina Koch from her trip around the moon. 🐺 x 🌔

[NASA Artemis @NASAArtemis]

Earthset.

The Artemis II crew captured this view of an Earthset on April 6, 2026, as they flew around the Moon. The image is reminiscent of the iconic Earthrise image taken by astronaut Bill Anders 58 years earlier as the Apollo 8 crew flew around the Moon.