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Content with Time Periods Modernization and Restructuring (1980-1990) .
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The National Weather Service and the Evolution of Meteorological Radar
Radar, a technological concept that was first developed over 100 years ago, is a vital part of modern meteorology. Read More »
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The National Weather Service at 150: A Brief History
The National Weather Service celebrated its 150th Birthday on February 9, 2020. Read More »
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The NWS Modernization and Associated Restructuring - A Retrospective (Part 1)
Planned in the 1980s and implemented in the 1990s, the NWS Modernization and Associated Restructuring modernized the agency’s organization and technology to ensure more rapid detection of storms and deliver timely forecasts and warnings to the public. Read More »
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The NWS Modernization and Associated Restructuring - A Retrospective (Part 2)
Implementing the NWS's Modernization was a monumental task. Read More »
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The Sky is Falling: Delta Air Lines Flight 191 Crash
In 1985, Delta Air Lines Flight 191 fell from the sky at the Dallas/Fort Worth International airport as a result of inclement weather. Read More »
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Oral History: A Look Back with Former Meteorologist-in-Charge John Ogren
Hear from John Ogren, current director of the NWS Training Center, as he reflects on one of the biggest weather events he experienced in his NWS career. Read More »
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Oral History: A Look Back with Former Hurricane Specialist Dr. Lixion Avila
Hear from Dr. Lixion Avila, longtime hurricane specialist and advisory writer for the NHC, as he reflects on his iconic career with NWS. Read More »
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Scratching the Surface: A Photo History of Surface Analyses at the Weather Prediction Center
Though it has operated under many different names and used many different technologies to predict weather over the years, the Weather Prediction Center has been producing surface analyses since the very beginning. Read More »
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No Snow in Sight: The NWS and the 1980 Olympic Winter Games
Almost 20 years after their first participation in the Olympics, the National Weather Service got another opportunity in 1980 when the Winter Games returned to the US. However, an atypical lack of snow in the region leading up to the Games presented extreme challenges for meteorologists and athletes alike. Read More »
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Lasting Collaboration: The History of the National Ice Center
In working to achieve the mission of the agency, the NWS often collaborates with other organizations and groups to improve accuracy and protect lives. Read More »