An Overview of WGRFC Capabilities - Weather, Hydrology, and Communication in River Forecasting

Explore the critical role of the National Weather Service's West Gulf River Forecast Center in this 58-minute conference talk. Delve into the center's mission of providing accurate and timely forecasts to protect life and property. Learn about the essential concepts of weather, hydrology, and communication employed by the center to achieve its goals. Gain insights from Gregory Waller, Service Coordination Hydrologist at the NWS Gulf River Forecast Center, as he explains how the latest weather and hydrologic information is utilized to create precise forecasts. Understand the importance of river forecast centers in the broader context of the National Weather Service's mission to provide observations, forecasts, and warnings for public safety.