Alongside his brother William Brandon Aydlett — known as the Aydlett Brothers — they have become prominent figures in Guam ’ s weather landscape and are recognized for their community engagement and resilience efforts .

Landon , one-half of the weather twins , traces his meteorological passion back to the “ Super Storm ” of March 1993 . This event , which struck the eastern U . S ., marked a turning point for him . The intensity of the storm , with trees uprooting and snapping , fascinated him and fueled his interest in weather dynamics , and meteorology .

“ After numerous other trees coming down that evening and overnight , spending the night sleeping in an interior closet with helmets on , freezing in 40-50 degree temperatures in a house without power , I was hooked . I wanted to know more about how weather can go from sunny and fair one day to violent and deadly the next ,” he said .

The movie “ Twister ” and meteorologist Jim Cantore of The Weather Channel further inspired his career choice . Meeting Cantore in 2018 only solidified his interest .

“ Watching ( Cantore ) report weather around the nation during high-impact events . I envisioned myself being ‘ on

the scene ’ for land-falling hurricanes and other weather events . I was excited to meet him for coffee in August 2018 ,” he said .

Tropical cyclones , whether hurricanes or typhoons , never fail to captivate Landon . He emphasizes the awe-inspiring power of nature , underscoring the importance of respecting its might , regardless of scientific knowledge .

“ No matter how much science , technology and education one has , nature will always wow . Nature will always show up ,” he said .

Weather forecasting , especially during high-impact events like Typhoons Mawar and Bolaven , presents its challenges . Landon stresses the complexity of conveying uncertainties gracefully , particularly during these weather events , to enable communities to take informed actions .

“ Typhoons Mawar and Bolaven this year were two recent examples in which a shift of 10 miles in one direction or another , can have profound impacts on a given location . With these events , you have to pull together all the best-available information to put out the best-available forecast and then communicate in as many ways possible to ensure everyone gets that information and in a way that the community understands that information ,” he said .

On the topic of climate change , Landon said , “ Considering I am more of a five- to seven-day weatherman , as opposed to a 10-100 year climatologist , I can say this : the climate is changing ,

and the climate has been changing ,” he said .

He acknowledges the ongoing shifts and recognizes the role of anthropogenic factors in current climate trends . While altering the course of the atmosphere entirely might be beyond human reach , he advocates for responsible stewardship .

“ Can we change or alter the course of the atmosphere ? Perhaps . Can we stop climate change ? Not exactly . In general , we should always strive to be better stewards of the land and our resources . We have only this one Earth ,” he said .

Bringing the issue closer to home , Landon expresses concerns about Guam and the region ’ s vulnerabilities . He emphasizes the urgency of mitigating these vulnerabilities , focusing on rising sea levels , rainfall variability , and the constant threat of typhoons . Building , planning , and preparing with weather and climate in mind are crucial , ensuring safety and security even in the face of nature ’ s worst .

Inclusivity in meteorological initiatives is a passion for Landon . His outreach program , Weather-Ready Nation , exemplifies this commitment , enhancing communications , awareness , education , and outreach . His motto , “ Just do it ,” drives him to seek partnerships actively , ensuring weather information reaches every corner of the community .

“ Weather affects everyone everywhere , therefore our work should include everybody ,” he said .

Collaboration stands as the cornerstone of weather resilience , according

to Landon . Villages , families , organizations , and groups must unite . Education , awareness , and preparedness form the foundation , empowering an informed and prepared public – the best defense in times of disaster .

“ We are isolated and the more effort that can go into education , awareness , and pre-event preparedness , the better prepared we will be across the community . An educated public is an informed public . And an informed public is a prepared public ,” he said .

Beyond his professional responsibilities , Landon finds thrill in extreme weather experiences but always prioritizes safety . His interests also extend to community work and a unique hobby he calls “ extreme Lincoln Logging .”

While others create cabins , catapults , and forts from these notched pieces , he creates massive replicas of well-known structures . “ I have several designs in place for future towers to build . These follow our June 2022 world record-breaking Willis Tower , and the September 2023 Twin Towers . Otherwise , I like to spend time with close friends and family ,” he said .

The Aydlett twins , known for their extreme Lincoln Logging endeavors , reached remarkable heights in 2022 . Their structures , dubbed “ Tower of Humanity ,” served a dual purpose – blending their passion with philanthropy . Through fundraising , they supported nonprofit organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and Be Heartfelt , embodying the spirit of community service .

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