Blustery- let yourself go, but not by the wind
by Danna Martínez
Blustery can be a problem; it can slightly ruffle the hair or even blow someone away. Learning a little more about the wind phenomenon is essential to know how to take care of it. What causes the wind? Why does it suddenly become so strong? And How do I protect myself from it?
The wind is defined as an air current of significant proportions born from a series of atmospheric conditions, specifically from the difference in temperature between the land, the sea, and the Earth’s rotation. The pressure difference that exists at different points in the atmosphere (high-pressure areas – low-pressure areas) causes air movement, and therefore the blustery to a greater extent.
Extreme winds are referred to as blustery. This weather is characterized as rough, windy, and often rainy, with the wind frequently changing in strength or direction.
According to The Merriam- Webster website. Here are some synonyms and antonyms for blustery:
Synonyms for blustery
- blowy
- breezy
- gusty
- squally
- windy
Near Antonyms for blustery
- breathless
- calm
- motionless
- still
To avoid being affected by this type of weather, it is crucial to take some precautions:
- Check the weather forecast on a secure platform with truthful information.
- Close and secure doors and windows.
- Save window and balcony trim by reinforcing them.
- In case of going down the street, stay away from the cornices and balconies.
- Do not approach buildings under construction.
- Try to avoid traveling by road. If it is necessary to leave, you must take safety measures, take precautions due to the possible presence of obstacles on the street, moderate your speed and keep the vehicle’s trajectory. It is important to hold the steering wheel firmly.
Over time there have been multiple strong cases due to blustery. According to Mount Washington Observatory, “For nearly sixty-two years, Mount Washington, New Hampshire held the world record for the fastest wind gust ever recorded on the surface of the Earth: 231 miles per hour, recorded April 12, 1934, by Mount Washington Observatory staff.” However, in 1996 at Barrow Island, Australia, set a new record of 253 miles per hour during Tropical Cyclone Olivia. This record remains the highest surface wind speed.
While this word is often used for the weather, it can also describe people who act aggressively. According to the Collins Dictionary, “If you say that someone is blustering, you mean that they are speaking aggressively but without authority, often because they are angry or offended.”
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