Left exit region
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-001531
Used interchangably with Left Front Quadrant; the area downstream from and to the left of an upper-level jet max (as would be viewed looking along the direction of flow). Upward motion and severe thunderstorm potential sometimes are increased in this area relative to the wind speed maximum. See also entrance region, right rear quadrant.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-001531 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| References | NWS Glossary |
| See also | Entrance region; Right rear quadrant |
Record as JSON
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