Scientists peer into the heart of a nighttime thunderstorm

The video explains the differences between daytime and nighttime thunderstorms, focusing on the mechanisms that drive their formation. Daytime storms are driven by the sun heating the ground, while nighttime storms rely on existing storms and atmospheric waves. The PECAN experiment aims to study these nocturnal storms, focusing on four main initiatives: the afternoon and evening transition, convective initiation, the low-level jet stream, and mesoscale convective systems. The video also discusses the concept of bores, which are waves of cool air that play a significant role in storm dynamics.

What are the four main initiatives being studied in the field campaign on nocturnal thunderstorms?

What role do 'bores' of wind play in thunderstorms?