GONG/TD is down for Inclement weather

Photo courtesy Pere L. Palle  

Local support team at Teide Observatory, Tenerife, Canary Islands reports that storm "Emilia" reached the islands 24 hours earlier than expected. The storm brought severe and unusual weather conditions to Tenerife, including strong winds, heavy rain, and a rare form of soft hail known as graupel. The observatory will remain closed until the weather improves.