Did You Know???

At times, I like to share a few snippits of information that perhaps we don't normally give that much attention to. Here is just a small sample of what I'm talking about...

Did you know

• Kentucky ranks 2nd for most storm reports (184) during 2011
• There have been 2 deaths attributed to tornadoes this year; 1 in TN(2/28) and 1 in LA(3/5)
• Louisville Int'l has received 9.22" precipitation since Feb 24
• The annual 'guess Phoenix's 1st 100-degree day' contest entries must be submitted by 4/15
• Colusa county, north of Sacramento CA, had not recorded a tornado from 1950-2010. They have had 3 so far this year.

Here's a BONUS point:
Remember the Mars' rover Spirit? This marks the 7th year on Mars. Unfortunately, communication has been lost for about a year. With increasing sunlight reaching Spirit's solar panels, scientists are hoping to 'hear' from the stuck rover. After this month, though, chances of hearing from Spirit begin to dwindle and may signal the end of its historic mission.

The other rover, Opportunity, continues to chug along sending back useful, scientific information about the red planet and its wet environments of a long time ago.

By the way, for more info about the first 100-degree day contest for Phoenix, here's the link:
http://www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/news/articles/2011/03/27/20110327clay0327-100-degree-day-contest.html
MLB Arizona Diamondbacks tickets awarded to the winner

Have a good night.
MS