Lately, it's been me, or Wiggum starting the storm threads.
My preference is to confirm the major models are all on board and the NAM is in range before a storm thread is started by me.
Can't truly speak for Ralph but I know he is waaaaay better than I am at reading the models and knowing when a threat is legit.
Look. we're all tired right now, but Winter is not over! Got more tracking to do!