Spectrum News 1 Chief Meteorologist Eric Elwell​’s 4-part series, “Behind the Weather,” explores the effects of severe and extreme weather in Ohio.

From the shifting and expanding area of Tornado Alley, to air quality changes and the impact that tropical weather has on our state, Eric covers the dynamic and interesting weather and climate in the Buckeye State.

[You can now watch the entire series by clicking on the video above]

PART 1: Behind the Weather: Tornado Alley

Explores new research that Tornado Alley is shifting or expanding eastward.

PART 2: Behind the Weather: Tropical Impact

Looks into the science of how tropical systems impact Ohio and whether a hurricane could ever have a direct impact.

PART 3: Behind the Weather: Air Quality Alert 

Explains what an Air Quality Alert really means and how companies are working to improve the air we breathe.

PART 4: Behind the Weather: Derechos 

Looks back at the 2012 Derecho that blasted much of Ohio. He tells us what causes Derechos and how common they are.