Models play important role in understanding extreme weather
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Weather is a hot topic here in Interior Alaska and a quick way to get anyone talking. Not a day goesby in winter months without some observations of temperatures, air inversions, or even a mentionthat the sun budged another degree above the horizon.
When it comes to predicting weather events, however, particularly the extreme events — such as harsh winds, impact from massive wildfires or ash resulting from volcanic eruptions — those who work in the field face many challenges in creating models specific for Alaska’s unique environment.
PDF DownloadModels play important role in understanding extreme weather
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Weather is a hot topic here in Interior Alaska and a quick way to get anyone talking. Not a day goes by in winter months without some observations of temperatures, air inversions, or even a mention that the sun budged another degree above the horizon.
Program offers undergrads research experience in atmospheric sciences
CONTACT: Brian Keenan, Geophysical Institute PR Assistant: 907-474-5229 or via e-mail at info [at] gi [dot] alaska [dot] edu.
