NOAA: The Unsung Hero Behind US Weather Forecasts

Ever wonder how those effortless-looking weather forecasts come to be? The answer is NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). NOAA uses a vast network of satellites, airplanes, radar, weather balloons, and buoys to gather real-time data, which is then processed by sophisticated computer models and experienced meteorologists to create accurate weather forecasts and warnings. This data is freely accessible to the public and widely used by various industries, from aviation to agriculture. NOAA's public nature and reliability make it irreplaceable.
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