NATIONAL OBSERVATION MESSAGES

In situ observations are defined as those made at the point where the instrument is located.

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SATELLITE

Meteorological satellites help to visualize atmospheric condition, including clouds in a real-time basis.

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RADAR

Weather radar, also called weather surveillance radar (WSR) and Doppler weather radar, is a type of radar used to locate precipitation, calculate its motion, and estimate its type (rain, snow, hail etc.).

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CLIMATOLOGY

Climatology is the study of climate, scientifically defined as weather conditions averaged over a period of time.

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LIGHTNING

Electrification and lightning activity in typical storms.

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FORECASTING

Weather forecasting is the application of science and technology to predict the state of the atmosphere for a given location.

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