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#hurricanes
fromFast Company
2 days ago
OMG science

NASA flew this new device into Hurricane Helene. It could change the future of storm forecasting

NASA's Aerosol Wind Profiler could significantly improve storm predictions by providing detailed wind measurements.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
7 months ago
OMG science

Atlantic Hurricane Lull Puzzles Scientists

The current Atlantic hurricane season has been active despite a recent lull, with significant storms recorded and potential for further activity.
OMG science
fromFast Company
2 days ago

NASA flew this new device into Hurricane Helene. It could change the future of storm forecasting

NASA's Aerosol Wind Profiler could significantly improve storm predictions by providing detailed wind measurements.
more#hurricanes
#queensland-flooding
Social media marketing
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Who should you trust for a weather forecast?

Andrew Brown leveraged social media to provide critical weather updates during severe flooding in North Queensland, illustrating the shift towards citizen-led news.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
NYC parents

NSW and Queensland floods update: BoM defends forecasts after claim coastal community not properly warned

The Bureau of Meteorology defends its forecasting after criticism from local officials regarding warnings before severe flooding in Queensland.
Social media marketing
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Who should you trust for a weather forecast?

Andrew Brown leveraged social media to provide critical weather updates during severe flooding in North Queensland, illustrating the shift towards citizen-led news.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
NYC parents

NSW and Queensland floods update: BoM defends forecasts after claim coastal community not properly warned

The Bureau of Meteorology defends its forecasting after criticism from local officials regarding warnings before severe flooding in Queensland.
more#queensland-flooding
#noaa
US news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Is climate science threatened as US slashes jobs, funding? DW 03/07/2025

Zachary Labe, a young climate scientist at NOAA, was part of major staff layoffs impacting crucial weather data collection and climate science.
Non-profit organizations
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

The US faces 'devastating' losses for weather forecasts, federal workers say

NOAA staff and services are significantly impacted by recent layoffs and canceled leases under the Trump administration.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Trump Administration layoffs hit NOAA, the agency that forecasts weather and hurricanes

NOAA laid off staff amidst government-wide cutbacks under the Trump administration, raising concerns about weather forecasting capabilities.
OMG science
fromsubscriber.politicopro.com
1 month ago

Weather Forecast Could Become Less Accurate with Trump Administration Deciding to Halt Upkeep of Critical Satellites

NOAA is limiting maintenance on polar weather satellites, jeopardizing forecast accuracy and storm predictions.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Noaa imposes limits on scientists, sparking concerns over global forecasts

NOAA scientists face new restrictions that may impede their work and weather forecasting services.
The new oversight measures have created significant concerns among NOAA staff regarding international collaboration.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Scientists say NOAA cuts by Trump undermine improvements in hurricane forecasts

The Trump administration's cuts to NOAA threaten crucial weather and climate research programs.
US news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Is climate science threatened as US slashes jobs, funding? DW 03/07/2025

Zachary Labe, a young climate scientist at NOAA, was part of major staff layoffs impacting crucial weather data collection and climate science.
Non-profit organizations
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

The US faces 'devastating' losses for weather forecasts, federal workers say

NOAA staff and services are significantly impacted by recent layoffs and canceled leases under the Trump administration.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Trump Administration layoffs hit NOAA, the agency that forecasts weather and hurricanes

NOAA laid off staff amidst government-wide cutbacks under the Trump administration, raising concerns about weather forecasting capabilities.
OMG science
fromsubscriber.politicopro.com
1 month ago

Weather Forecast Could Become Less Accurate with Trump Administration Deciding to Halt Upkeep of Critical Satellites

NOAA is limiting maintenance on polar weather satellites, jeopardizing forecast accuracy and storm predictions.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Noaa imposes limits on scientists, sparking concerns over global forecasts

NOAA scientists face new restrictions that may impede their work and weather forecasting services.
The new oversight measures have created significant concerns among NOAA staff regarding international collaboration.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Scientists say NOAA cuts by Trump undermine improvements in hurricane forecasts

The Trump administration's cuts to NOAA threaten crucial weather and climate research programs.
more#noaa
#national-weather-service
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago
OMG science

Why Are Tornado Damage Surveys So Important?

Damage surveys post-tornado are essential for building a database to understand tornado occurrence and intensity.
fromArs Technica
1 month ago
OMG science

Should we be concerned about the loss of weather balloons?

Suspensions of weather balloon launches by the National Weather Service may critically impact weather forecasting quality.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
East Bay (California)

Tornado: Why did San Francisco get a warning, but not Scotts Valley?

Predicting specific locations of extreme weather is still challenging, as evidenced by the tornado in Scotts Valley without a warning.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago
OMG science

Why Are Tornado Damage Surveys So Important?

Damage surveys post-tornado are essential for building a database to understand tornado occurrence and intensity.
fromArs Technica
1 month ago
OMG science

Should we be concerned about the loss of weather balloons?

Suspensions of weather balloon launches by the National Weather Service may critically impact weather forecasting quality.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
East Bay (California)

Tornado: Why did San Francisco get a warning, but not Scotts Valley?

Predicting specific locations of extreme weather is still challenging, as evidenced by the tornado in Scotts Valley without a warning.
more#national-weather-service
fromSacramento Bee
1 month ago
SF parents

Modernized procedures at California's Oroville Dam could improve flood safety, report finds

Modernizing reservoir management can enhance community flood safety along the Feather and Yuba rivers.
#ai-technology
European startups
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

Helsinki's AI weather tech startup Skyfora raises 4M

Skyfora secured €4M funding to enhance AI-driven weather technology and improve climate resilience through its Telecom GNSS Meteorology solution.
European startups
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

Helsinki's AI weather tech startup Skyfora raises 4M

Skyfora secured €4M funding to enhance AI-driven weather technology and improve climate resilience through its Telecom GNSS Meteorology solution.
more#ai-technology
fromNature
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Sharing is caring and other moving stories: Books in brief

The book showcases fascinating insights into animal behavior and perception, challenging previous notions of uniqueness in human characteristics.
fromMail Online
3 months ago
OMG science

The most accurate weather app has finally been identified

The best weather app for temperature is Met Office; for rain predictions, it's BBC Weather.
Science
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

What's a weather forecast worth?

The evolution of weather forecasting has sparked debate on data control amidst the rise of technology.
Access to accurate weather data is crucial for various sectors, emphasizing its economic importance.
#deepmind
Artificial intelligence
fromTNW | Deep-Tech
5 months ago

Google Deepmind's new weather forecaster blows away the competition

GenCast, an AI weather forecasting tool by Google DeepMind, outperforms traditional methods, offering faster and highly accurate predictions for up to 15 days ahead.
Data science
fromTheregister
5 months ago

Google DeepMind boffins build a 'better' weather model

GenCast is a machine learning model that improves 15-day weather forecasts by using historical data, outperforming traditional models with fewer computational resources.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Google DeepMind says its new AI weather prediction tool outperforms top forecasters

GenCast enhances weather forecast accuracy, aiding preparations for extreme weather.
Artificial intelligence
fromTNW | Deep-Tech
5 months ago

Google Deepmind's new weather forecaster blows away the competition

GenCast, an AI weather forecasting tool by Google DeepMind, outperforms traditional methods, offering faster and highly accurate predictions for up to 15 days ahead.
Data science
fromTheregister
5 months ago

Google DeepMind boffins build a 'better' weather model

GenCast is a machine learning model that improves 15-day weather forecasts by using historical data, outperforming traditional models with fewer computational resources.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Google DeepMind says its new AI weather prediction tool outperforms top forecasters

GenCast enhances weather forecast accuracy, aiding preparations for extreme weather.
more#deepmind
#ai
Artificial intelligence
fromGSMArena.com
4 months ago

Google introduces GenCast, an AI model for weather forecasting

Google's GenCast significantly enhances weather forecasting accuracy and efficiency, especially for advanced warnings and renewable energy planning.
Artificial intelligence
fromGSMArena.com
4 months ago

Google introduces GenCast, an AI model for weather forecasting

Google's GenCast significantly enhances weather forecasting accuracy and efficiency, especially for advanced warnings and renewable energy planning.
more#ai
fromNature
5 months ago
OMG science

Daily briefing: Stress-induced joylessness leaves a distinct mark on the brain

Research indicates a unique brain signature related to anhedonia in mice, which could lead to new treatments for depression.
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

What the Powerful Storm on the West Coast Will Do Next

The first major atmospheric river of the season poses risks of flooding and landslides, complicating weather forecasts due to moisture distribution variability.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 months ago

A La Nina winter is coming. Here's what that could mean for the US

La Nina's emergence could lead to a winter with distinct weather patterns compared to last year dominated by El Nino.
fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago
Science

Hurricane preparedness: Expert guidance on flooding, power outages and more

Take immediate action for hurricane preparedness, including having an evacuation plan and a communication strategy.
fromWIRED
8 months ago
Science

Lightning-Strike Deaths May Become More Common, Thanks to Climate Change

The Indian government must increase public education and awareness about lightning dangers due to climate change's impact on storm frequency.
fromTechCrunch
11 months ago
Data science

Can blockchain make weather forecasts better? WeatherXM thinks so

WeatherXM uses community-monitored stations & blockchain to enhance weather forecasts globally.
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