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Becoming a Weather-Ready Nation (Today and Beyond), Revolutionizing Observations, Forecasts & Dissemination (1990-Today), Modernization and Restructuring (1980-1990), ESSA to NOAA and Environmental Focus (1965-1980), The Satellite Age Begins (1960-1965), Post-War Expansion (1945-1960), Weather and the War (1942-1945), Early Growth (1912-1941), The Weather Bureau Rises (1891-1912), Signal Service Years (1870-1891)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 Satellite Age Begins (1960-1965)The Satellite Era Begins
On April 1, 1960, the first satellite images are received from the just-launched TIROS-1 satellite. Read More »
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Post-War Expansion (1945-1960)
Francis Reichelderfer: Sailor, Aviator, Meteorologist, and Director of the U.S. Weather Bureau
For a quarter century, Francis Reichelderfer presided over the most revolutionary era in the history of the National Weather Service, guiding the organization through World War II and bringing modern technology to weather forecasting. Read More »
