Chris Vagasky

Chris Vagasky

Meteorologist and Research Program Manager

Chris Vagasky is a meteorologist and manager of the Wisconsin Environmental Mesonet, a network of weather and soil monitoring stations across Wisconsin. His primary research focus includes lightning and lightning safety. 

Latest articles by Chris Vagasky

Hurricane forecasters are losing 3 key satellites ahead of peak storm season − a meteorologist explains why it matters

By Chris Vagasky published

Satellite data allows meteorologists to keep track of the location, structure and intensity of severe weather, helping to keep people safe. Now they're losing access to these satellites.

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