Physical Processes that Increase Precipitation Intensity
Enhanced Precipitation Efficiency
Tropical maritime connection
- Moist ambient environment
- Weak outflows dont interfere with inflow air
Residence time in warm-cloud layer
- Depth of warm cloud layer
- Weak to moderate updraft speed
Plentiful moisture and rapid replenishment of that moisture
Be aware, intensity enhancement can be storm-specific
Damage from Cheyenne, WY flash flood of