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While NOAA’s National Weather Service (NWS) is responsible for issuing weather forecasts and warnings, its the Center for Satellite Applications and Research (STAR), a program office within the National Satellite and Information Service (NESDIS),…
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On July 14, 2000, one of the most powerful solar events of the space age erupted from the sun, which became known as the Bastille Day Solar Event.
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While NOAA’s National Weather Service (NWS) is responsible for issuing weather forecasts and warnings, its the Center for Satellite Applications and Research (STAR), a program office within the National Satellite and Information Service (NESDIS),…
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Human space exploration in the U.S. took another major step forward this spring in preparing for space weather risks.
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Hurricanes, tornadoes, and blizzards are well known for their destructive impact to life and property, but fog is a silent, often underestimated threat.
Satellite Snapshots
NOAA scientists have been monitoring a sweltering and record-breaking heat wave that has been sweeping through the Midwest and eastern United States using the Global Forecast System (GFS) model.
Earth from Orbit
Lightning is a dangerous weather hazard that poses a significant threat to life and property. It can strike at any time, but is most common in the summer months.
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LightningCast uses artificial intelligence (AI) to predict general locations where lightning is most likely to occur.