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In January 2024, atmospheric scientist Anna Wilson was aboard a Gulfstream IV jet, observing the northern Pacific Ocean from above a sea of clouds. As her team deployed instruments into a brewing storm, they were tracking an atmospheric river—a weather phenomenon that's increasingly studied due to its growing impact linked to climate change. Atmospheric rivers are vast, invisible streams of water vapor, hundreds of kilometers wide, transporting immense amounts of moisture. Originating in warm oceans, they move to cooler regions, releasing rain or snow upon reaching land. This can lead to severe weather events such as landslides, floods, and avalanches, particularly on the US West Coast. In January 2024, a series of four atmospheric rivers, known as a "family," brought heavy snowfall to California and floods to Oregon. Wilson, from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, emphasizes the ongoing challenge of predicting these storms' landfall, strength, and duration, but notes that advancements are continually being made in understanding these critical weather events (BBC). Credit to: Sophie Hardach Photo by VOA Learning English https://lnkd.in/ggBN_duR All images are copyright of their respective holders. #climatechange #sustainability #earth #nature #renewablenergy #renewables #renewableresource #renewablepower #decarbonization #cleanenergy #cleanpower #greenhousegases #ghg #windpower #windenergy #atmosphericriver

The latest NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration Science Report is out! From heatwaves on land and in the ocean to wildfires and flooding, 2023 was a record-breaking year for climate and weather events, affecting countless people across the nation. Amid these challenges, NOAA continues to make scientific advancements that help save lives and the planet. Using NOAA satellite data to inform critical air quality alerts, “zooming in” for a closer look at hurricanes, testing new underwater robotic vehicles, and other accomplishments represent NOAA’s impactful science from the past year. Learn how NOAA’s scientific research is making a difference in people’s lives and our nation’s economy in the newly released 2023 NOAA Science Report. Press release: https://lnkd.in/gwPa2ik7 Full report: https://lnkd.in/g7gJRKDA

I'm excited to announce that our new work entitled “Evaluating and Adjusting ERA5 Wind Speed for Extratropical Cyclones and Polar Lows Using AMSR-2 Observations” is published in the PHYSICAL OCEANOGRAPHY journal.  Wind speed accuracy in diverse storm systems, such as extratropical cyclones, polar lows, and tropical cyclones, is crucial for weather prediction, climate studies and marine applications. This study aims to evaluate the performance of the ERA5 reanalysis for wind speeds compared with the data from AMSR-2 satellite for various storm events. By quantifying discrepancies between the two datasets, a simple exponential function was proposed to correct the systematic underestimation of ERA5 wind speeds. This research contributes to improving our understanding and representation of wind speeds in diverse storm systems, ultimately aiding in more accurate weather forecasting and climate monitoring. You can find the full text in: https://lnkd.in/eXhkqQsq https://lnkd.in/ebqSUEXq

The Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO) wave plays a pivotal role in cyclone formation. Meteorologists closely study its impact on atmospheric conditions, aiding in early cyclone forecasts and disaster management https://lnkd.in/gh7EGtdA

Synoptic Data, a Public Benefit Corporation is excited to announce the release and availability of the NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration National Data Buoy Center (NDBC) network in the Synoptic Weather API and Viewer. This network consists of over 900 stations and 21 variables reporting various water and atmospheric variables. This valuable network helps to improve awareness and resilience both over open waters and for coastal communities. NDBC stations help not only to monitor weather and oceanic conditions but other hazards such as tsunamis. Learn more about the network at https://zurl.co/fMhm Explore the network at https://zurl.co/gccb #weatherobservations #buoyobservations #synopticdata #noaa #nationaldatabuoycenter

The article discusses Meteorology and delves into the scientific study of Earth’s atmosphere, scrutinizing its processes and the intricate interactions among diverse atmospheric components. This discipline encompasses a comprehensive understanding of weather patterns, atmospheric phenomena, and climate changes. To unravel the mysteries of the atmosphere, meteorologists meticulously analyze data pertaining to temperature, humidity, pressure, wind, and other variables, drawing valuable insights into the behavior of our dynamic atmosphere.

What are the 5 key components of a marine weather forecast? ➡️ https://lnkd.in/etdKrVUu

The article discusses Meteorology and delves into the scientific study of Earth’s atmosphere, scrutinizing its processes and the intricate interactions among diverse atmospheric components. This discipline encompasses a comprehensive understanding of weather patterns, atmospheric phenomena, and climate changes. To unravel the mysteries of the atmosphere, meteorologists meticulously analyze data pertaining to temperature, humidity, pressure, wind, and other variables, drawing valuable insights into the behavior of our dynamic atmosphere.