Saving Lives in the Path of Destructive Tornadoes - Congressional Briefing
Offered By: AGU via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Attend a congressional briefing exploring strategies to save lives from destructive tornadoes. Gain insights into the devastating 2011 tornado season, including the Joplin, Missouri disaster, and learn about cutting-edge research in atmospheric and social sciences aimed at improving tornado warning systems. Hear from experts on NOAA's Warn on Forecast Program, effective technologies used in Joplin, and methods for better responding to severe weather threats. Featuring presentations from a broadcast meteorologist, a National Severe Storms Laboratory chief, an emergency management director, and a societal impacts scientist, this 55-minute session provides valuable information on enhancing public safety in tornado-prone regions.
Syllabus
Congressional Briefing: Saving Lives in the Path of Destructive Tornadoes
Taught by
AGU
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