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Daphne Thompson

Daphne Thompson

Daphne is the Content Marketing Manager. Her prior experience includes working at the National Weather Center, Norman Emergency Management, and National Weather Service. With a degree in Meteorology from OU and previous outreach experience, she is able to bridge the gap between science and the general public.

Recent Posts by Daphne Thompson:

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 18, 2019 3:25:34 PM

Rivers that were once frozen recently experienced rapid melting from a combination of warmer temperatures and heavy rains. In Plattsmouth, NE the Missouri River crested at 40.62 feet, nearly four …

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Topics:Flood

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 25, 2019 3:14:11 PM

Just about every type of weather happened somewhere in the US over the past weekend. Heavy rains, tornadoes, blizzards, flooding, and even a typhoon near Guam caused, and continue to …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeTornadoSnowHurricaneFlood

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 18, 2019 3:15:13 PM

What a difference a year makes! Last year, California ski resorts were hurting with the Sierra Nevada range seeing minimal amounts of snow. But this year? It's quite a different …

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Topics:WeatherOpsSnow

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 6, 2019 2:36:22 PM

On February 5, some lucky people along the Iowa and Illinois border were treated to an unusual winter phenomenon. As an ice storm moved in, not only were they getting …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScope

by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 24, 2019 2:33:06 PM

Search for "pancake ice", and you'll undoubtedly get results for places that serve breakfast and ice cream. However, it is a winter phenomenon with a very unusual appearance that has …

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Topics:SnowFrontier

by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 23, 2019 2:37:26 PM

Those in the North and Northeast have recently been experiencing frigid wind chills. Wind chill is the temperature equivalent perceived by humans, caused by the effects of air temperature, relative …

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Topics:WeatherOps

by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 22, 2019 1:45:25 PM

Have you seen the icy images of Niagara Falls? Anything outside that can freeze, has frozen. Extreme cold in New York has set some records this week, and wind chills …

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Topics:WeatherOpsSnow

by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 17, 2019 3:45:27 PM

Are you ready for another blast of cold air and snow? The storm system currently bringing rain to California and snow to the Rockies will soon bring freezing temperatures and …

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Topics:WeatherOpsSnow

by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 7, 2019 2:06:47 PM

The ebb and flow of tides are a constant. In some areas of the country, it has made a significant economic impact though. With the right flow and depth of …

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Topics:GIS

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 31, 2018 1:18:46 PM

Another eventful weather year is winding down. Over 2018, we wrote about all types of severe weather from winter storms to hurricanes. We discussed the current weather events, educated many …

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Topics:WeatherOps

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 17, 2018 3:38:51 PM

Weather is always affecting us. What you wear daily depends on the temperature and chances of precipitation. In the winter, low-pressure systems regularly bring rain, snow, and frigid air. In …

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Topics:WeatherOpsGIS

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 13, 2018 2:29:08 PM

A strong cold front is currently heading towards the Gulf of Mexico and will produce elevated winds and seas from now through Saturday. Southerly winds of 20-30 knots are expected …

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Topics:WeatherOpsOffshoreOil & GasWind

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 11, 2018 2:47:46 PM

Have you ever stepped outside and all the trees and surfaces are covered with frost? If you look close enough, it sometimes resembles sharp spikes, and other times it may …

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Topics:Snow

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 10, 2018 2:31:39 PM

Over the weekend a strong storm system brought wintry precipitation to an area ranging from Texas to the Carolinas. A State of Emergency was issued in both North Carolina and …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeSnow

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 3, 2018 2:41:04 PM

Many worry about severe weather and tornadoes in the spring, but they can happen any time of year, as was proven over the weekend. Mother Nature doesn't keep a calendar, …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeTornado

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 30, 2018 3:38:34 PM

It's been a rough month for many in California. First, they dealt with massive wildfires in both northern and southern parts of the state. Then, the rain came. While the …

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Topics:WildfireFlood

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 29, 2018 3:10:16 PM

Winter is on the way, and many areas have already experienced their first snowfall, along with frigid temperatures. It may be cold, and daylight is limited, but some rare phenomena …

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Topics:Snow

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 26, 2018 2:33:19 PM

If you watched the Macy's Day Parade while preparing your Thanksgiving meal, you heard that the record-breaking low temperature in New York City dipped down to 19°F. Numerous record lows …

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Topics:SnowWildfire

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 16, 2018 2:04:42 PM

Turn on the news, and you're bound to hear stories about the fires in the West followed by additional footage of heavy snowfall in the East. Some are dealing with …

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Topics:WeatherOpsSnowFrontierWildfire

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 15, 2018 3:26:48 PM

Winter seems to have arrived early for those in the Appalachians and East Coast. Residents in the area have been dealing with all types of frozen precipitation today. Snow, freezing …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeSnow

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 8, 2018 3:40:33 PM

Residents of Butte County, California, are being asked to evacuate as a massive wildfire developed, then quickly expanded in coverage over the course of just a few hours. It has …

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Topics:Wildfire

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 6, 2018 2:59:03 PM

Overnight on November 5, tornadoes were spotted across the southern states. Nocturnal tornadoes are especially tough on communities since they are near impossible to see, and many are asleep and …

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Topics:RadarScopeTornado

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 29, 2018 2:03:10 PM

It's been a busy year, and many can probably name at least a few of the hurricanes that impacted the US. So, how many did we have and how strong …

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Topics:WeatherOpsHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 24, 2018 12:20:02 PM

Super Typhoon Yutu has made landfall on the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Currently tracking north of Guam, Yutu has winds of near 180 mph, stronger than Hurricane Michael …

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Topics:WeatherOpsHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 22, 2018 2:38:31 PM

Hurricane Willa is now a category 5 storm with winds of 160 mph. While currently in the Pacific Ocean and expected to hit the west coast of Mexico, its remnants …

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Topics:WeatherOpsHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 16, 2018 1:33:43 PM

The Llano River, located west of Austin, approached record level flooding today. Evacuations were ordered overnight as the water rose multiple feet and flooded homes. Rain chances remain high for …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeFlood

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 10, 2018 2:19:44 PM

Hurricane Michael entered the Florida Panhandle as a strong category 4 storm, and catastrophic damage is expected. Not only will there be long-term power outages and flooding, but the wind …

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Topics:WeatherOpsHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 8, 2018 2:02:03 PM

A hurricane is currently approaching the Gulf Coast. Intensifying quickly over the weekend, Michael is now a Cat 1 with maximum winds of 75 mph. Further strengthening is expected before …

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Topics:TropicalHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 2, 2018 2:13:47 PM

Every year multiple people die from lightning strikes, cattle are killed, crops can be damaged, and fires started, impacting both homes and land. With a temperature 5x hotter than the …

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Topics:WeatherOpsLightning

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 25, 2018 1:34:55 PM

Super Typhoon Trami is currently heading for Japan. This massive cyclone has winds equivalent to that of a Cat 4 hurricane. There are numerous small islands in its path, including …

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Topics:WeatherOpsHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 24, 2018 3:01:41 PM

"Turn around, don't drown" is an actionable tagline and something we should all keep in mind when rain begins to fall. Late last week, Oklahoma and Texas both experienced flash …

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Topics:RadarScopeFlood

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 17, 2018 2:28:09 PM

While Florence may have moved away, the water is still rising across North Carolina. Towns are cut off by floodwaters, and people continue to be rescued from their homes. While …

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Topics:WeatherOpsFlood

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 13, 2018 3:39:22 PM

Water, water, everywhere; this may end up being the true story of Hurricane Florence. While now a category 2 hurricane, the damage from this storm is expected to come from …

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Topics:WeatherOpsHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 12, 2018 2:14:17 PM

As Hurricane Florence approaches the East Coast, locations from the Outer Banks southward to Charleston will feel the effects of this category 3 storm. The threat from inland flooding and …

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Topics:WeatherOpsHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 11, 2018 2:08:19 PM

Hurricane Florence will bring life-threatening storm surge along a significant portion of the North Carolina Coast from the South Carolina border northward to Albemarle Sound. Along with this, inland flooding …

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Topics:WeatherOpsHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 10, 2018 1:51:55 PM

Florence has once again become a major hurricane and may intensify further. Wind speeds are currently more than 130 mph which makes it a solid category four hurricane. Impacts from …

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Topics:WeatherOpsHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 6, 2018 1:33:08 PM

Have you ever wondered why a hurricane goes where it goes? What makes it move in one direction as opposed to another? Why do some curve or make loops and …

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Topics:Hurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 5, 2018 2:18:23 PM

Gordon made landfall along the Gulf Coast Tuesday night and has now been downgraded to a Tropical Depression. However, its slow movement means that locations along its path will experience …

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Topics:WeatherOpsGIS

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 4, 2018 1:44:38 PM

Tropical Storm Gordon formed over the holiday weekend and is now sitting in the Gulf of Mexico. Hurricane, Tropical Storm, and Storm Surge warnings are now in effect for the …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTropicalHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 31, 2018 1:55:00 PM

Inversion of Control is a standard technique in software, and some software communities may be familiar with the term. It is probably a less familiar term to many developers in …

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Topics:Developers

by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 23, 2018 2:19:27 PM

As Hurricane Lane continues its path around the Hawaiian Islands, a lot of rain is in the forecast. Flash Flood Warnings are in effect, schools and businesses are closed, and …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeTropical

by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 22, 2018 11:49:22 AM

The Central Pacific Hurricane Center has issued hurricane warnings for Hawaii County and Maui County. Watches are now in effect for Oahu and Kauai. Hurricane Lane remains a major hurricane …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeTropical

by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 21, 2018 3:00:46 PM

Lane is now a high end, category 4 hurricane with wind speeds of 155 mph. Although it has been cruising westward in the Pacific Ocean, the forecast has it turning …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTropical

by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 14, 2018 3:12:22 PM

New York was hammered with storms earlier today that has led to flash flood warnings in many parts of the state. Rivers are high, and flooding is closing roads and …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeFlood

by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 10, 2018 2:15:36 PM

Have you noticed that sunsets are more colorful lately? Have you caught yourself grabbing your phone or camera to capture a photo of spectacular red skies as the sun goes …

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Topics:Wildfire

by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 10, 2018 9:58:09 AM

The Weather Research and Forecasting Model (WRF) is the mesoscale model of choice for researchers around the world. It also the model behind NCEP’s 3-km HRRR forecasts. Nearly two hundred …

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Topics:Developers

by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 9, 2018 2:51:09 PM

We released a new version of the WeatherOps app this week and are excited about the new radar options. You have a choice now whether you want to view mosaic …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScope

by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 6, 2018 2:42:49 PM

The Pacific Ocean is very active right now. Currently, there is one major hurricane, one hurricane, one tropical storm, and one disturbance that has a good chance of being named …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTropicalHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 6, 2018 2:01:53 PM

Tomorrow, Tuesday, August 7, we will update your WeatherOps mobile app to include RadarScope single-site radar layers! At that time, you'll be required to reset your password to continue using …

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Topics:WeatherOps

by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 2, 2018 2:30:35 PM

Hurricane Hector formed today as a Category 1 storm and is expected to be a major hurricane by this weekend. Hector's forecasted path could bring it very near the Hawaiian …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTropicalHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 31, 2018 3:34:30 PM

The Carr Fire in Northern California continues to burn out of control. It is now the 7th most destructive fire in state history. Over 110,000 acres have burned, more than …

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Topics:WeatherOpsFrontierWildfire

by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 27, 2018 3:44:47 PM

The Carr fire, near Redding, California, has burned over 44,000 acres and is only 3% contained. As residents in Shasta County evacuate, the fire continues to spread due to gusty …

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Topics:WeatherOpsFrontierWildfire

by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 23, 2018 2:23:30 PM

Many people look at radar images and associate bad weather with the bright colors. Most of the time this would be the correct thing to do. However, sometimes it is …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeLive EventsWindThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 19, 2018 2:27:53 PM

Is your grass starting turn yellow? Do your trees look like they have already thrown in the towel? Is your air conditioner struggling to keep your temperature down while your …

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Topics:HeatFrontier

by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 16, 2018 3:04:52 PM

Dust that originated in the Saharan Desert has been traveling across the Atlantic Ocean for the past few weeks. Not only does this contribute to some very colorful sunsets, but …

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Topics:TropicLearn

by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 9, 2018 2:43:44 PM

WeatherOps is working alongside those handling the Thailand cave rescue operation to provide accurate weather support. High water has been a significant issue with the attempt to rescue 12 boys …

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Topics:WeatherOpsNewsFlood

by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 5, 2018 1:58:00 PM

Employee safety is critical at wind farms, so our WeatherOps and GIS products are vital to customers in the renewable energy industry. There are multiple large energy companies and wind …

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Topics:Renewable EnergyWind

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 11, 2018 3:23:51 PM

Overnight storms in Philadelphia led to multiple inches of rain and a flash flood warning. So much rain fell that part of I-76 had to be shut down. Stranded cars …

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Topics:FloodGIS

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 8, 2018 11:27:45 AM

It's hurricane season, and that means people on the coast need to be on the look-out for storms developing over the ocean. However, not all hurricanes affect people. Take, for …

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Topics:WeatherOpsHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 6, 2018 12:18:03 PM

Many in the Dallas area were awakened in the middle of the night by hail up to the size of baseballs. Severe storms moved through the area after midnight. Damage …

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Topics:RadarScopeHailGIS

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 5, 2018 1:28:31 PM

With the start of the 2018 Atlantic Hurricane Season officially here, you may be thinking back to last year's destructive storms. Some were so bad that the names were retired …

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Topics:TropicalHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 1, 2018 2:45:28 PM

Today, June 1, marks the official beginning of Hurricane Season in the Atlantic. Last year was pretty rough for many, and Puerto Rico has yet to recover from Hurricane Maria …

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Topics:TropicalHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on May 31, 2018 3:58:38 PM

While many may think of WDT as the parent company of WeatherOps forecasts or RadarScope, we are much more than that. We also work with all types of weather data …

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Topics:RadarScopeDevelopersTropicalFrontierFloodGIS

by Daphne Thompson, on May 29, 2018 3:21:38 PM

In 2016, Ellicott City, Maryland experienced a major flood when 6 inches of rain fell in two hours. Many buildings damaged in that flood had either recently been repaired or …

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Topics:FloodGIS

by Daphne Thompson, on May 18, 2018 1:04:56 PM

On Friday, May 11, 2018, a wildfire in the Texas Panhandle played a role in the development of a thunderstorm. This storm eventually evolved into a supercell thunderstorm that tracked …

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Topics:RadarScopeWildfire

by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 30, 2018 10:55:45 AM

A Gulf of Mexico Planner has been released, joining the WeatherOps Winter Weather and Thunderstorm and Rainfall planners introduced earlier this year. Issued daily at 6 am CT, it features …

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Topics:WeatherOps

by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 16, 2018 2:36:35 PM

It may be mid-April, but it sure doesn't feel like spring in many US locations. It's more like January 16th, as opposed to April 16th. It has been cold, windy, …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeFrontier

by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 12, 2018 1:53:18 PM

Face it, flooding, heavy snow or ice, tornadoes, and hurricanes all have negative impacts on business operations. Do you close early? Do you let everyone work from home for a …

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Topics:WeatherOps

by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 2, 2018 2:54:14 PM

Radar and satellite provide different perspectives of weather and are used daily by meteorologists. Sometimes it is easier to understand what you see on satellite by viewing the same data …

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Topics:RadarScope

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 30, 2018 11:04:36 AM

Typhoon Jelawat is the third named storm and the first typhoon of the year in the Western Pacific. Jelawat will continue on a northeastward track, staying several hundred miles north …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTropical

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 23, 2018 11:13:32 AM

High-impact weather events such as tropical cyclones, floods, wildfires, droughts, winter storms, and tornadoes bring dangerous impacts including a heightened risk of catastrophic damage. There has been a notable increase …

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Topics:WeatherOps

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 22, 2018 2:07:48 PM

Over the central Mediterranean Sea, the strong south to southeast winds are known locally as Sirocco. These winds can significantly impact outdoor events, offshore operations, passenger ships, and local population …

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Topics:WeatherOps

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 21, 2018 2:34:13 PM

A weak area of low pressure (Invest 90B) formed a couple of hundred miles southwest of Sri Lanka last week, serving as a good reminder that the North Indian Ocean …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTropical

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 20, 2018 3:15:35 PM

From tornadoes to floods, wildfires, and snow, this week will see it all. Spring is here, and the changing weather patterns mean that all types of severe weather are on …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTornadoSnowThunderstormFlood

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 14, 2018 1:26:50 PM

WDT has become the leading weather provider for offshore assets in the Gulf of Mexico. Our WeatherOps services, which include custom site-specific weather reports, hazardous weather alerts, and meteorologist consultation, …

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Topics:WeatherOpsOffshore

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 13, 2018 1:43:47 PM

Weather forecasting has improved drastically over the past decades due to advancements in technology. Over a century ago, forecasters relied solely on simple observations of temperature and pressure. It wasn’t …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScope

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 12, 2018 2:25:55 PM

While some are still digging out from the last winter storm, or awaiting power to return, a new nor'easter is beginning to form. The low-pressure center associated with this next …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScope

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 8, 2018 1:13:50 PM

You may have spring fever. You may be ready for grass to turn green and flowers to bloom. But, are you prepared for the threat of severe weather this spring? …

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Topics:WeatherOps

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 6, 2018 1:30:10 PM

As the past nor'easter moves away, another is now in the forecast for New England. Last week's storm left nearly 2 million without power, damaged to homes and businesses, and …

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Topics:WeatherOps

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 5, 2018 2:01:05 PM

When working in an offshore environment, the air-sea interaction is a challenging issue that operational personnel need to address. Of this interaction, seas are typically the most problematic. Our marine …

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Topics:WeatherOps

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 1, 2018 12:12:54 PM

As March begins, both the East and West Coast are being impacted coastal storms. Heavy rain, snow, and strong winds are in the forecast with these low-pressure systems. While this …

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Topics:WeatherOpsPrecipitationWildfire

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 28, 2018 3:32:58 PM

Can you believe that March starts tomorrow? There is an old proverb that says "If March comes in like a lion, it will go out like a lamb." The thought …

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Topics:WeatherOps

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 27, 2018 10:02:00 AM

Norman, OK – February 27, 2018 — Weather Decision Technologies, Inc.® (WDT), the world’s leading decision support and weather analytics company, announces new daily planners designed to assist decision-makers with …

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Topics:WeatherOpsCompany NewsSnowThunderstormPrecipitation

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 26, 2018 3:03:14 PM

On February 24, 2018, a potent storm system tracked from the Southern Plains into the Upper Midwest, resulting in widespread showers and thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, and severe weather across ten …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeTornadoThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 23, 2018 1:40:48 PM

When you look at a weather map, you will often see the location of warm and cold fronts marked with specific symbols. A warm front is drawn as a red …

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Topics:GeneralPrecipitation

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 21, 2018 4:22:53 PM

Our team is always trying to make our products as easy as possible for our users. While there are many features you enjoy in Commander, they weren't available in the …

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Topics:WeatherOps

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 20, 2018 10:32:22 AM

Over the weekend Tropical Cyclone Kelvin developed an impressive eye hours after moving inland near Anna Plains, Australia. Typically tropical cyclones weaken after landfall due to increasing friction and the …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTropical

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 19, 2018 2:33:47 PM

I was awoken this morning by my WeatherOps app alerting me to a variety of weather that is expected this week. Just one look and I knew that spring was …

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Topics:WeatherOps

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 16, 2018 2:23:10 PM

With the coldest Winter Olympics in decades, many athletes are in their element, preferring the chill to warmer games in years past. With the cold has come strong and gusty …

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Topics:WeatherOpsLive Events

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 15, 2018 11:33:17 AM

Snow forecasts are a challenge for meteorologists, mainly since heavy snowfall often occurs in narrow bands. The three critical ingredients for heavy snow are moisture, lift, and instability. 1) Moisture …

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Topics:WeatherOpsSnow

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 14, 2018 11:02:31 AM

It's Valentine's Day and you may be seeing roses or heart-shaped candy boxes around the office, but what about some weather love? If you look in the right places, you …

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Topics:RadarScopeSnow

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 13, 2018 2:29:37 PM

Since November 27, 2017, WeatherOps has been providing continuous weather monitoring and support to NBC Sports for the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea. Our Daily Planners deliver a seven-day …

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Topics:WeatherOps

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 12, 2018 2:54:22 PM

It may still be a few more months before the US needs to worry about intense hurricanes, however in the South Pacific Ocean conditions differ. It is Tropical Cyclone season …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTropical

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 8, 2018 2:14:56 PM

The northeast monsoon refers to the seasonal winds that flow southward from the cold Asian continent as strong high pressure develops over Siberia during winter. These cold, dry north to …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTropical

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 2, 2018 11:59:56 AM

The Australian tropical cyclone season officially began on November 1, 2017, but the first tropical cyclone didn’t form until November 22. Through the first few weeks of the season, atmospheric …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTropical

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 1, 2018 1:18:20 PM

Tomorrow is Punxsutawney Phil's big day! At 7:25 am ET, he will come out of his burrow to a crowd of fans where a man in a top hat and …

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Topics:FrontierGIS

by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 31, 2018 2:53:38 PM

A prescribed, or controlled, burn is a fire that is strategically ignited for the benefit of communities, ecosystems, and the environment. It’s a useful tool for managing plant and animal …

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Topics:WeatherOpsWildfire

by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 29, 2018 2:54:36 PM

Parts of France and Switzerland are currently under water after heavy rains caused the Seine, Rhine, and Rhone rivers to rise. The lower floor of the Louvre is at risk …

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Topics:FrontierFlood

by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 26, 2018 2:25:52 PM

Do you ever have one of those mornings where you just wake up with a headache? Or maybe the day is going just fine and then as the wind changes …

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Topics:RadarScopeThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 25, 2018 3:36:29 PM

The weather patterns that affect northern Australia are monsoonal. There are distinct wet and dry patterns, driven by seasonal winds. From December through March, northeast monsoon winds flow across Southeast …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTropical

by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 22, 2018 2:37:49 PM

It's windy outside, the air is dry, and so is the vegetation; these are variables that often lead to wildfires. However, there are more ingredients than just these that cause …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeWildfire

by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 17, 2018 1:36:26 PM

Nor’easters are powerful winter storms that can bring hurricane-force wind gusts, coastal flooding, and substantial snowfall to portions of the eastern United States. These low-pressure centers typically develop over the …

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Topics:WeatherOps

by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 16, 2018 2:48:48 PM

Sea fog poses a significant challenge to marine operations in the northern Gulf of Mexico. Locations such as Galveston and the Houston Ship Channel frequently experience visibility restrictions from sea …

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Topics:WeatherOps

by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 3, 2018 1:07:52 PM

The year has started out very cold for the central and eastern US with many spots in the teens and single digits. As the first week of 2018 comes to …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeSnowFrontier

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 19, 2017 1:52:36 PM

As 2017 comes to an end, let's look back at some of the significant weather events we blogged or socialized about this year. From blizzards to wildfires to hurricanes, it …

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Topics:TornadoSnowHurricaneThunderstormWildfireFlood

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 8, 2017 11:23:46 AM

There was an unusual site in the south overnight and it is continuing this morning. Snow began to fall in San Antonio last night and is still falling in areas …

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Topics:RadarScopeSnow

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 5, 2017 2:16:56 PM

When the Santa Ana winds combine with a drought and fire, Southern California ends up in major trouble. This is what is currently happening in Ventura County. The Thomas Fire …

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Topics:WeatherOpsWildfire

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 4, 2017 12:02:06 PM

If you've wanted some snow, head up to the Dakotas today. Actually, if you don't already live up there then you probably should stay put. Between the snow and high …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeSnow

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 20, 2017 1:26:44 PM

I don't know about you, but I do not enjoy the winter sky being dark by 6 pm. I much prefer there being light until close to 9 pm like …

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Topics:General

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 17, 2017 1:46:06 PM

The 2017 Atlantic Hurricane Season will officially end on November 30. From Arlene to Rina, it has been an active few months. Let's take a look at the storms that …

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Topics:TropicalHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 15, 2017 10:15:32 AM

Today, we celebrate GIS Day. This is a day to showcase all the various areas that maps are used and to show how important Geographic Information Systems technology is to …

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Topics:SkyWiseGIS

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 14, 2017 1:34:25 PM

Does the temperature affect the crime rate? Are more crimes committed when it is hot out and less when it is cold? Let's look at what the data show. He …

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Topics:HeatFeatured

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 10, 2017 4:09:03 PM

The Midwest will see some cold temperatures, rain and even snow this weekend. People attending games both for college and the NFL should be prepared, especially for cold temperatures and …

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Topics:Live Events

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 9, 2017 3:09:11 PM

For the past few years, there has been a lot of talk in the news about El Niño. Now, it's time for the opposite pattern to appear: La Niña. The …

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Topics:Cross EnterpriseFrontier

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 7, 2017 1:05:40 PM

Weather and climate disasters are occurring at an alarming rate in the US. Hurricanes, wildfires, floods, tornadoes; all can cause a catastrophic loss in a matter of seconds. But are …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 1, 2017 3:14:52 PM

Tonight, we will have one of the most exciting events in all of sports when the Los Angeles Dodgers and Houston Astros meet in Game 7 of the World Series …

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Topics:WeatherOps

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 31, 2017 2:47:51 PM

Halloween is a favorite holiday for many, and one where a lot of time is spent outdoors. Whether it is dressing up and going to a party or taking the …

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Topics:WeatherOps

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 30, 2017 3:23:18 PM

The Northeast has been battling with a strong coastal storm since Sunday. The area of low pressure is moving northward, out of upstate New York and through southern Quebec causing …

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Topics:WeatherOpsSkyWiseWind

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 25, 2017 2:30:33 PM

As we approach Halloween, most of us are either wearing sweaters or jackets. Some areas in the country are already tackling snow. Other areas are setting new record high temperatures …

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Topics:HeatFrontier

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 24, 2017 2:07:08 PM

Tonight, the Los Angeles Dodgers will play their first World Series in nearly 30 years when they take on the Houston Astros, who themselves haven’t played in the Fall Classic …

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Topics:WeatherOpsHeat

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 23, 2017 2:21:05 PM

In Oklahoma, we like to say that Tornado Season starts on January 1 and ends on December 31. So, it wasn't a huge surprise when tornado warned storms occurred on …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeTornado

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 20, 2017 1:58:26 PM

How much time do you spend buying food and drinks for tailgating? How much time do you spend to make sure you have everything you need to be in a …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScope

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 19, 2017 1:31:06 PM

One day the sky is clear blue and another day clouds are there to create a beautiful sunset. Clouds can also have a negative connotation when associated with a thunderstorm …

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Topics:SnowHurricaneThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 17, 2017 2:41:48 PM

On fall mornings, it isn't unusual to see water on the grass. It didn't rain, so why is everything wet? What you are seeing is dew. This water forms on …

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Topics:General

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 11, 2017 2:12:01 PM

Let’s play a game. See if you can spot all the lightning strikes. RadarScope and North American Radar with Real-time Lightning How did you do? We have assumed that our …

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Topics:WeatherOpsLightning

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 11, 2017 1:32:18 PM

While most people have heard of the Santa Ana Winds, few people know of the Diablo Winds. The recent fires in Wine Country of California have spread to cover over …

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Topics:Wildfire

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 9, 2017 2:20:37 PM

An NWS Red Flag Warning is currently in effect for a large portion of California as wildfires burn across the state. The latest area to feel the brunt of the …

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Topics:Wildfire

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 4, 2017 2:30:12 PM

Alright, which one of you ordered another hurricane? It may still be Atlantic Hurricane Season, but most of us are worn out from the seemingly constant barrage of damaging tropical …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTropicalHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 3, 2017 3:10:22 PM

Yesterday, we were talking about heavy snow in the Rockies. Today, we are looking at yesterday's tornadic storms in Kansas. If that doesn't say fall weather, I don't know what …

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Topics:RadarScopeTornadoHail

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 2, 2017 3:09:39 PM

Technically, this is fall. For many, it means trees are changing colors, pulling out the light sweaters, and watching football. However, along the Rockies, it is quickly looking like winter …

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Topics:WeatherOpsSnow

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 28, 2017 2:53:26 PM

For many, it is starting to feel like fall. Snow has already been reported in northern states. But for those on the coast, they still need to be worried about …

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Topics:TropicalHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 21, 2017 2:35:47 PM

It's been a rough hurricane season for many. Are you experiencing weather fatigue? Then let's take a break and look at some enjoyable weather images and videos for a change …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeRenewable EnergyOffshoreAgriculture

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 20, 2017 2:00:43 PM

As the eyewall of Hurricane Maria moves off the coast of Puerto Rico, they are being left with record-setting flooding. While most have concentrated on the damage to be caused …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTropicalHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 18, 2017 2:26:31 PM

It's the question of the day: Will Hurricane Maria follow Irma's path? Not much more than a week ago, Hurricane Irma caused massive devastation in the Caribbean Islands. Now, we …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTropicalHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 9, 2017 2:11:02 PM

Check out live streams of Hurricane Irma. Keep in mind, some streams may become unavailable throughout the day as the storm moves. To track the storm, download our RadarScope app …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTropicalHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 9, 2017 10:32:00 AM

With Irma bearing down on the South Florida coast, many people are beginning to compare this storm against one of the Atlantic’s previously strongest hurricanes, Andrew. Hurricane Andrew is the …

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Topics:Hurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 7, 2017 2:59:04 PM

Everyone has been paying attention to Hurricane Irma as she approaches Florida and the East Coast. However, western states are more worried about wildfires. The weather is currently as diverse …

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Topics:WeatherOpsHurricaneWildfireDrought

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 6, 2017 3:06:27 PM

On the heels of Hurricane Harvey, the US braces for impact from a second major hurricane in as many weeks. With Hurricane Irma likely to make an impact somewhere on …

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Topics:WeatherOpsHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 5, 2017 1:23:26 PM

If you're reading this article, chances are pretty good you've heard of Hurricane Irma. She reached Category 5 this morning, the strongest on the Saffir-Simpson scale, with sustained winds of …

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Topics:WeatherOpsHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 31, 2017 2:10:02 PM

When Harvey struck the Texas coast as a Category 4 hurricane, he caused much damage. Not only were people affected in the direct area, but flooding has destroyed thousands of …

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Topics:HurricaneFlood

by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 30, 2017 3:13:37 PM

Founded in 1836 where the Buffalo Bayou met White Oak Bayou, Houston has faced many floods. Not long after being established, the settlement flooded. Initially swamp land, people began to …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 28, 2017 2:55:34 PM

Rain continues to fall in the Houston Metro area as Harvey moves very slowly towards the Gulf of Mexico where he may re-strengthen and have another landfall near Galveston. Many …

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Topics:WeatherOpsSkyWiseTropicalHurricaneFlood

by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 26, 2017 3:27:00 PM

Harvey struck the Texas coast last night as a Category 4 hurricane. The peak gust recorded during landfall was 132 mph at Port Aransas. While Rockport, Texas took the brunt …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTropicalHurricaneFlood

by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 25, 2017 10:50:47 AM

Check out live streams of Hurricane Harvey. Keep in mind, some streams may become unavailable throughout the day as the storm reaches land. Also, learn more about Hurricane Harvey here …

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Topics:TropicalHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 18, 2017 11:11:08 AM

In only three days, the Great American Solar Eclipse will occur. It's going to be a busy weekend as many begin to drive to their viewing destination in preparation for …

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Topics:SkyWise

by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 9, 2017 1:42:41 PM

Have you ever looked at a RadarScope image and wondered what the associated weather would look like? Sometimes it is easy to understand what you are looking at on radar …

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Topics:RadarScopeThunderstormPrecipitation

by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 7, 2017 2:52:23 PM

We love our daily planner and weather check products! Really, we do! We sent out over 30,000(!) forecast emails in a single week recently. The total forecast emails sent across …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 4, 2017 2:43:35 PM

After recently having Tropical Storm Emily form overnight in the Gulf of Mexico and then cross Florida, we now have two more tropical disturbances. Is your company prepared for a …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTropical

by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 4, 2017 10:52:32 AM

One of the pain points we run into at WDT is customers that need bulk weather data but have no experience with scientific data formats. Since the release of our …

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Topics:SkyWiseDevelopers

by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 31, 2017 10:17:12 AM

When a tropical storm or hurricane approaches, many immediately worry about the winds. You will see residents and business owners boarding up windows as they anticipate wind damage. However, there …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTropicalHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 25, 2017 3:19:03 PM

Are you planning to go to an outdoor concert or event this spring or summer? Do you check the weather first? Many times, people have waited so long for their …

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Topics:WeatherOpsLive EventsWindThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 24, 2017 2:08:11 PM

Heat waves are often underestimated weather hazards in terms of safety and damage to both sensitive crops and manmade constructs. Kinks in the jet stream, often called omega blocking or …

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Topics:Heat

by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 11, 2017 12:08:49 PM

If you haven’t logged into your WeatherOps account for a month and a half, you may not realize that we launched a major redesign and re-architecture of Commander: Leading #Weather …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 21, 2017 2:54:39 PM

Tropical Storm Cindy may not be very strong, definitely nowhere near hurricane strength, but that doesn't mean she isn't causing damage. While many become concerned of wind damage from tropical …

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Topics:TornadoTropical

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 21, 2017 1:18:47 PM

The end of Tropical Storm Cindy is drawing near. She is currently causing heavy rain and flooding in the Gulf states. This rain will continue even after landfall, which expected …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTropicalHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 20, 2017 1:51:39 PM

The tropical system in the central Gulf of Mexico has acquired enough tropical characteristics to be declared Tropical Storm Cindy with winds of 45mph. Heavy rainfall is already occurring in …

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Topics:WeatherOpsHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 19, 2017 4:24:39 PM

If you live in, or have assets along the Gulf Coast, now is the time to start watching the weather closely. A tropical disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico, known …

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Topics:WeatherOpsHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 13, 2017 3:51:53 PM

The Atlantic Hurricane Season seems to be starting early this year. On April 20, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) named Arlene as the first tropical storm of the season. She …

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Topics:WeatherOpsHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 8, 2017 2:07:38 PM

By now, we have all seen the photo of the man mowing the lawn with a tornado behind him. Just take a quick look at the news every week and …

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Topics:WeatherOpsLightningTornadoWindThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 2, 2017 1:59:49 PM

We have all experienced a gust front, or outflow boundary, before. It is a process associated with thunderstorms and can cause winds strong enough to cause damage. While tied to …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeWindThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 1, 2017 2:20:00 PM

As summer approaches, you may notice when you go to the beach you experience a nice, cool breeze blowing inland during the afternoon. This is known as a sea breeze, …

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Topics:RadarScopeSkyWiseWind

by Daphne Thompson, on May 30, 2017 10:40:36 AM

Mike Wolfinbarger received a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Oklahoma. He leads our mobile development team and manages our direct-to-consumer mobile product suite (RadarScope and Weather …

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Topics:RadarScopeEmployee Spotlight

by Daphne Thompson, on May 25, 2017 3:02:56 PM

With Atlantic Hurricane season beginning on June 1, do you know why we name hurricanes? The strategies used to get the job done have changed multiple times since the foundation …

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Topics:WeatherOpsHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on May 24, 2017 2:51:44 PM

As summer approaches, so does the peak of lightning injuries and fatalities. More lightning fatalities happen in the months of June, July, and August that any other time of the …

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Topics:WeatherOpsLightningThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on May 23, 2017 2:36:54 PM

Have you heard of the dry line before? If you live in the Texas Panhandle or Oklahoma, this is nothing new to you. Every spring, the dry line is talked …

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Topics:RadarScopeSkyWiseThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on May 16, 2017 2:29:16 PM

What makes the SkyWise® Insight API unique? After all, most weather APIs allow you to fetch data from the nearest weather station, which may be miles away. While this may …

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Topics:SkyWiseDevelopers

by Daphne Thompson, on May 16, 2017 1:29:37 PM

The WDT Annual Client Appreciation Storm Chase took place this year with clients and a few employees. This is an event we've repeated for years and is an opportunity for …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTornadoThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 25, 2017 3:07:00 PM

Heavy rain leads to flooding in North Carolina. A constant flow of moisture over the Raleigh-Durham area lead to rainfall totals over 8-inches in some areas on Monday. This area …

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Topics:RadarScopeFlood

by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 21, 2017 3:13:02 PM

Everyone has heard the saying: "April showers bring May flowers." What if those showers are torrential downpours with hail and high winds? Yeah, flowers don't really like that and such …

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Topics:RadarScopeWindThunderstormFlood

by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 20, 2017 2:21:26 PM

It's not unusual that artists enjoy painting the landscape and that includes the weather. It's time for the National Weather Center's 3rd Biennale showcasing a combination of weather and art …

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Topics:WeatherOpsThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 19, 2017 1:19:34 PM

It may be only April, however, the Atlantic tropical season has begun a bit early. Subtropical Depression One was officially designated by the National Hurricane Center (NHC) today. Does this …

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Topics:WeatherOpsHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 6, 2017 1:27:53 PM

WeatherOps Commander is turning three this year, and those have been some busy years! We have added features to meet the needs of many different industries. Our product has been …

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Topics:WeatherOpsDevelopers

by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 6, 2017 1:23:35 PM

Dan Rusk received a Master's Degree in Meteorology from the University of Oklahoma. Serving as a Senior Operations Meteorologist forecasting for WeatherOps, he makes certain that forecasts, planners, and other …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 5, 2017 12:49:56 PM

The Masters Golf Tournament is ongoing in Augusta, Georgia this week and the WeatherOps team is monitoring the event for CBS, NBC and ESPN. Severe weather has already impacted the …

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Topics:WeatherOpsLive Events

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 30, 2017 2:28:53 PM

On March 27, the National Football League (NFL) owners met to vote on the Oakland Raiders move to Las Vegas beginning in the 2019 season. The vote passed 31 to …

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Topics:SkyWiseLive Events

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 23, 2017 2:55:40 PM

March 23 is World Meteorology Day with a theme focusing on the importance of clouds. Whether it is forecasting or learning more about climate change, clouds are extremely useful in …

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Topics:TornadoThunderstormWildfire

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 20, 2017 4:11:30 PM

The World Baseball Classic (WBC) has been the premier baseball tournament for national teams since the sport was eliminated from the Summer Olympics in 2008. The WBC tournament has been …

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Topics:Live EventsFrontier

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 13, 2017 3:12:53 PM

A powerful Nor’Easter will begin to impact the Northeast by the morning hours on Tuesday. Over 24 inches of snow are being forecast by models for parts of New York …

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Topics:WeatherOpsSnow

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 13, 2017 10:55:44 AM

Leading up to large scale events, such as the Blizzard set to disrupt business and travel in the northeast this week, our WeatherOps team prepares forecasts well ahead of impact …

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Topics:WeatherOpsSnow

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 9, 2017 2:00:00 PM

At WDT, we currently have around ten different APIs for accessing a variety of precision weather data. Each API was designed and built with specific use cases in mind. Why …

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Topics:SkyWiseDevelopers

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 23, 2017 9:58:12 AM

WDT recently migrated its Weather Mass Notification System (WMNS) from a traditional datacenter to the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud. One of the largest hardships in this migration was managing …

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Topics:Developers

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 21, 2017 10:58:08 AM

Norman, OK - February 21, 2017 - Weather Decision Technologies, Inc. (WDT), congratulates David Moran, WeatherOps Consulting Meteorologist, who recently earned the nationally recognized Certified Consulting Meteorologist (CCM) designation by …

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Topics:Company NewsPress

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 16, 2017 11:33:35 AM

If you have downloaded the most recent version of the RadarScope mobile app, you probably noticed new storm attributes are available. If you are wondering what they mean, you've come …

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Topics:RadarScopeTornadoHail

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 16, 2017 11:30:11 AM

Name: Ross Kimes Current Position: Mobile Developer Degree: B.S. Meteorology, Computer Science Minor, University of Oklahoma (2012) What type of work do you perform? I mainly work on the Apple …

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Topics:RadarScopeDevelopers

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 14, 2017 3:08:28 PM

Developers look at weather differently than meteorologists. My favorite way is to use historical weather data. I compare different years of data, producing an output that helps answer questions that …

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Topics:SkyWiseDevelopers

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 9, 2017 3:00:44 PM

Louisiana was hit by at least five tornadoes on Tuesday, February 7. The National Weather Service sent out multiple crews yesterday to review damage that had been reported. While some …

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Topics:RadarScopeTornado

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 9, 2017 10:48:10 AM

Name: Nicholas Hunter Current Position: Senior Software Engineer Degree: M.S. in Computer Science What type of work do you perform? Nick primarily works with WDT services that produce tiled meteorological …

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Topics:SkyWiseDevelopers

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 9, 2017 10:44:45 AM

Last week I had the pleasure of attending the American Meteorological Society’s 97th annual meeting, where I gave a presentation on the challenges and successes of creating APIs for weather …

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Topics:SkyWiseDevelopers

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 8, 2017 3:03:21 PM

Tornadoes don't care what month it is. If the conditions are right then they will form. While most people think severe weather and tornadoes are only a spring season occurrence, …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeTornadoThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 19, 2017 4:53:35 PM

In this blog post from Tuesday, I talked about microclimates and how their effects can have huge impacts. I mentioned the Columbia River Gorge microclimate that is prone to heavy …

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Topics:SkyWiseAgricultureSnowPrecipitation

by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 18, 2017 10:43:49 AM

Microclimates exist in several areas around the globe and can result in massive impacts for cities and agriculture alike. Growers understand that in order to properly manage their fields for …

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Topics:SkyWiseAgriculturePrecipitation

by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 12, 2017 2:51:22 PM

WDT's utility partners are currently preparing for an upcoming winter storm. It goes without saying, for utilities, the winter season is quite often the most punishing of the year. Ice …

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Topics:WeatherOpsSnowUtilitiesPrecipitation

by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 4, 2017 10:41:05 AM

Have you considered utilizing Frontier Weather forecasts for natural gas trading? In September of 2016, WDT acquired Frontier Weather and its market-leading catalog of power and energy trading focused forecast …

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Topics:Oil & GasFrontier

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 29, 2016 11:00:00 AM

Have you ever experienced thundersnow? It's not something that happens often, but is a bit thrilling for weather enthusiasts. It's like the best of both worlds - snowfall with lightning …

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Topics:WeatherOpsLightningSnow

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 28, 2016 9:30:00 AM

Tis the season for Nor'easters. This is the time of the year that we start seeing the formation of Nor’easters along the Eastern Seaboard. These powerful storm systems can paralyze …

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Topics:WeatherOpsWindSnow

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 22, 2016 2:03:00 PM

Not all snowflakes are created equal. Did you know there are numerous crystal shapes that compose the snow that falls? Not all snowflakes look like the classic shape that you …

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Topics:WeatherOpsSnow

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 22, 2016 12:16:19 PM

Happy holidays! From floods to tornadoes to hurricanes, we've had quite the eventful weather year. As the year comes to an end, know that we are always here to keep …

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Topics:Company News

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 21, 2016 10:41:30 AM

Today is officially the first day of winter. While many have already experienced snow and frigid temperatures, our cold season is just starting. Winter solstice is the shortest day and …

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Topics:SnowFrontier

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 16, 2016 1:12:02 PM

That's snizzle fo shizzle! No, I have not lost my mind. Yes, snizzle is an actual weather term. However, it's not the only weather word out there that people don't …

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Topics:WindSnowHurricaneThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 13, 2016 3:22:37 PM

Much colder than normal temperatures continue today from the Northwest into the north-central U.S. and are spreading through the Midwest and toward the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast. However, above to much …

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Topics:Frontier

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 5, 2016 4:27:21 PM

How many times does it rain everywhere, but at your farm yard? How many apps can you find that display precipitation results accurately? These are questions that make a world …

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Topics:SkyWiseAgriculturePrecipitation

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 5, 2016 11:33:08 AM

Name: Ying Su Current Position: Software Engineer Degree: M.S. in Computer Science What type of work do you perform? I am on the web service team at WDT. I work …

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Topics:WeatherOpsDevelopers

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 5, 2016 11:30:36 AM

Changes to Commander are well underway, as we have reached the halfway point in the development of version 4.0. Careful design and development consideration was made with regards to how …

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Topics:WeatherOpsDevelopers

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 2, 2016 2:12:41 PM

Being located in Norman, Oklahoma means our company has many OU Sooner alumni (and a couple of OSU Cowboys) on staff. Football rules this town in the Fall. This Saturday …

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Topics:WeatherOpsLive Events

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 1, 2016 12:56:38 PM

Drought and wildfires go hand in hand. "You need to evacuate due to a wildfire approaching" is one of the scariest phrases to hear. While you have plenty of warning …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeWindWildfireDrought

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 30, 2016 2:20:54 PM

Yesterday tornadoes scraped across the southeast killing 5 people and injuring several more. In Alabama, a nighttime tornado critically injured the owner of a 24 hour daycare center and his …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeTornado

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 28, 2016 3:33:15 PM

When most people think of the winter holidays, snow come to mind. Tornadoes? Not so much. However, as November comes to a close, we have a threat in the South …

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Topics:TornadoWindHailThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 22, 2016 2:02:54 PM

Otto became a hurricane today. With Atlantic Hurricane Season officially ending on November 30, Otto should make landfall on Thanksgiving, November 24, in Central America. Satellite images show the system …

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Topics:Hurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 21, 2016 3:15:26 PM

As November comes to a close, a tropical storm has formed in the Atlantic as Lake Effect snow falls near the Great Lakes. It is definitely a time of extremes, …

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Topics:TropicalSnow

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 17, 2016 2:06:05 PM

Name: Robb Young Current Position: Lead Software Engineer Degree: B.S. in Electrical Engineering What type of work do you perform? I am the Lead Software Engineer for Android on the …

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Topics:RadarScope

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 16, 2016 10:25:34 AM

As the outdoor event season winds down for the year here in the states, things are just cranking up for festival and concert goers across the Southern Hemisphere. As is …

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Topics:WeatherOpsLive Events

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 11, 2016 1:55:21 PM

The Tomb of the Unknowns is guarded in many types of weather. Also known as the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, this national monument is dedicated to unidentified service members …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 10, 2016 2:10:54 PM

Brazilian coffee prices hinge on the weather. The South American country supplies the world with more coffee than any other, although leading competitors Vietnam and Colombia have been booming as …

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Topics:Tropical

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 9, 2016 2:18:55 PM

Have you ever thought about tornadoes in Europe, Africa or Australia? When most people hear the word "tornado" they tend to think of one sweeping through Oklahoma or Kansas. After …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTornado

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 3, 2016 2:59:23 PM

After a 108-year drought, did a rain delay lead to the Cubs winning the World Series? The ninth inning was ending and the score was tied 6-6 in Game 7 …

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Topics:Live Events

by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 1, 2016 2:02:46 PM

It's time for the Cubs to head back to Cleveland for Game 6 of the World Series tonight. There is a long list of Fall Classic games that have been …

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Topics:Live Events

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 31, 2016 3:26:51 PM

It's going to be a hot Halloween for a large part of the country today. In central Oklahoma, where I am, it is already in the mid-80s. In the south-east, …

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Topics:Frontier

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 26, 2016 1:16:30 PM

Late October, it's the time of the year for jack-o'-lanterns and pumpkin pie. Last year, there was a shortage of canned pumpkins as well as other pumpkin sourced products due …

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Topics:SkyWisePrecipitation

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 25, 2016 3:01:34 PM

For the first time in 71 years, the Chicago Cubs will compete in the World Series as they look to win the title for the first time since 1908. While …

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Topics:Frontier

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 24, 2016 2:46:07 PM

WDT is currently installing a Radar Wind and Thermodynamic Profiling System (RWTPS) for the airport meteorologists at Abu Dhabi International Airport. The Abu Dhabi airport is undergoing a major expansion …

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Topics:WindAviation

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 20, 2016 1:11:56 PM

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is defined as a type of depression that is related to the change of the seasons. About 5% of Americans have been diagnosed with SAD with …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 18, 2016 10:16:14 AM

Do we need a new hurricane rating scale that accounts for flooding? It is a question that the Governor of North Carolina is asking. His concern is raised by the …

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Topics:WeatherOpsOffshoreTropicalHurricane

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 14, 2016 3:26:05 PM

A rare Oregon tornado struck today. When you think of tornadoes, Oregon is not usually the first state that comes to mind. October is not usually the first month that …

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Topics:RadarScopeTornadoUtilitiesThunderstormPrecipitation

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 13, 2016 11:12:50 AM

Flash droughts are sudden onsets of warm surface temperatures and anomalously low, rapidly drying soil moisture. The swiftness of flash droughts is what separates them from others. Their speed is …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 12, 2016 1:24:01 PM

The aftermath of Hurricane Matthew in Haiti is still being established, with new deaths and injuries across eastern North America hot off the wires daily. Also greatly affected have been …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 11, 2016 2:02:31 PM

The weather cues that signal bird migration are widely believed to have originated due to the preservation of behaviors adopted in response to species being forced by hundreds of millions …

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Topics:RadarScopeWind

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 10, 2016 3:48:46 PM

Hurricane Matthew may be gone, but he left catastrophic flooding in his wake. The US death toll currently stands at 20, half of these are from North Carolina. Another five …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 8, 2016 12:18:41 PM

Hurricane Matthew made landfall this morning in South Carolina. The center of this storm will continue to rake the coastline until it moves back into the open Atlantic Ocean. Inland …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 7, 2016 12:02:55 PM

Hurricane Matthew continues to grind along the coast toward the north-northwest parallel to the east coast of central Florida. The core of the storm has stayed just offshore for the …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeHurricaneFlood

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 6, 2016 1:27:32 PM

As Hurricane Matthew closes in on Florida, trouble is expected. Winds have increased as this powerful storm moves over warm water around the Bahamas. Matthew is once again a Category …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 6, 2016 1:09:26 PM

Improvement addresses the safety needs of clients who require additional lead times Norman, OK – October 6, 2016 — Weather risk and analytics leader, Weather Decision Technologies, Inc. (WDT), today …

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Topics:WeatherOpsCompany News

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 6, 2016 1:09:05 PM

For the past 3 years we have had several instances of our customers wanting to monitor transit assets from shipping vessels to transportation vehicles. Traditionally, we had monitored only fixed …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 6, 2016 1:08:40 PM

Name: Devin Clark Current Position: Web Engineer, Web Services Team Degree: AAS in Computer Science What type of work do you perform? I build WeatherOps Commander and WeatherOps Display. What …

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Topics:WeatherOpsDevelopers

by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 5, 2016 3:00:44 PM

Hurricane Matthew is still a couple of days away from the US, but it already causing havoc in the US. Evacuations are underway for many from Florida up to the …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 4, 2016 2:23:31 PM

Between Haiti's deforestation and Hurricane Matthew, a major humanitarian crisis is evolving. Rain and high winds continue to batter the country after Matthew made landfall early this morning on the …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 4, 2016 10:46:05 AM

Weather’s influence on fall foliage is critical. From storm devastation to frigid temperatures, the quality of the visuals that make autumn the favorite season of many hinges upon it. What …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 3, 2016 1:01:35 PM

As Hurricane Matthew moves north on Monday, Haiti is in extreme danger from this powerful storm. Intensifying to a Category 5 storm Friday evening, Matthew has remained as a Category …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 30, 2016 3:15:17 PM

The formation of Hurricane Matthew, like other hurricanes, depended on a union of several variables and ranges of requirements. Hurricanes are famously tropical because they require water with lots of …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 29, 2016 1:27:05 PM

Hurricane Matthew has formed and is first ever Hurricane Matthew in the Atlantic. Other storms have been called Matthew, but none have reached hurricane status. The last storm named Mathew, …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 27, 2016 3:10:59 PM

Dos and don’ts during flood catastrophes are secondary to simply remaining calm. Without a clear head, the many dangers introduced by rising waters can cause panic, which can make things …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 26, 2016 2:57:27 PM

If you missed the news over the past few days due to football or election coverage, then you may have missed how much water is currently in Iowa causing massive …

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Topics:SkyWiseFlood

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 23, 2016 2:37:50 PM

2016’s hurricane, cyclone and typhoon activity, thus far, has been productive in the eastern Pacific, typical in the North Atlantic and pretty quiet in both the northern Indian Ocean and …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 22, 2016 1:57:45 PM

Do you think you are safe from lightning when in a stadium? If you are a college football fan, you probably noticed that the game between the University of Oklahoma …

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Topics:WeatherOpsLightningThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 20, 2016 10:26:03 AM

Businesses create commercials every year that appear to glorify lightning. They show people playing in thunderstorms, driving through dust storms, and 4-wheeling in blizzards. Lightning can and does kill dozens …

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Topics:RadarScopeRetailLightning

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 13, 2016 10:16:20 AM

Salt in rain is notorious for corroding materials at sea and ashore. Salt in water is responsible for around 30% of failures on ships and other marine equipment. Without a …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 8, 2016 11:32:25 AM

The course of history was significantly changed for the city of Houston, Texas by a single weather event. Today is the 118 year anniversary of the Great Galveston Hurricane of …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 7, 2016 1:30:30 PM

So far this year, 47 people have died due to rip currents, more than from tornadoes. Often called “rips,” strong currents are funneled because of geological features that work to …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 7, 2016 1:29:56 PM

Kate Lengold, Vice President of AstroDigital, says implementation of SkyWise Insight API was quick, simple and just what they needed to add extra value to their products …

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Topics:SkyWiseAgriculture

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 7, 2016 1:28:37 PM

Name: Paul Kamis Current Position: Software Engineer / Meteorologist Degree: BS Meteorology (minor in CS) What type of work do you perform? I do a lot of things: building scalable …

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Topics:SkyWiseDevelopers

by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 1, 2016 11:09:22 AM

With tropical storms and hurricanes churning in the oceans, you may be hearing them called Cat 2 or Cat 3 storms. What does that mean and how do they figure …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 31, 2016 1:22:37 PM

The eighth named tropical storm, Hermine, has formed in the Gulf of Mexico. Since the names of Atlantic tropical storms and hurricanes are chosen by a committee, sometimes it can …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 29, 2016 2:29:43 PM

It's a tropically active time in both the Atlantic And Eastern North Pacific Basins. There are currently two hurricanes approaching the Hawaiian Islands and two tropical depressions near the Contiguous …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 25, 2016 1:15:55 PM

Updated projections of hurricane season 2016 are highlighting ripening conditions in the Atlantic. NOAA now forecasts a 70% chance of seventeen named systems, eight of them hurricanes, with two to …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 24, 2016 3:12:20 PM

Wildfires continue to rage across much of the Western United States today. In California, six wild fires are currently burning with five of those located along the populated Southern California …

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Topics:Wildfire

by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 24, 2016 12:48:00 PM

Hurricane disaster dos and don’ts can save lives, when properly applied. Preparing can prevent harm to houses, property and people. Before, during and after a big one hits, making the …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 23, 2016 10:51:08 AM

Mild temperatures are hindering Zika-transmitting mosquitoes in the South Central US. The unseasonable weather is great news, because the threat unfortunately arrived in the States this year. The presses have …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 19, 2016 12:32:37 PM

Name: Jennifer Willis Current Position: Weather Solutions Expert/Sales for WeatherOps Degree: BS in Ed from Baylor University What type of work do you perform? I sell WeatherOps to a variety …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 16, 2016 3:43:52 PM

You may have noticed a change in your WeatherOps Daily Planners and Weather Checks. On the evening of August 15, a new parameter for assessing your severe weather threat was …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 15, 2016 3:17:10 PM

If you were watching the Olympics and missed the national news this weekend, then you may not have heard of the devastating flooding occuring in Louisiana. Rivers are at record …

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Topics:SkyWiseFlood

by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 11, 2016 3:29:46 PM

It seems odd to have the Summer Olympics in a country that is currently in their winter season. However, Rio's coastline location makes August a nice time to be there …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 10, 2016 1:51:43 PM

Have you ever heard of Last Island, Louisiana? This popular island resort is known for white sand beaches, clear water and continuous breezes. You can stay at the Ocean House …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 8, 2016 3:13:21 PM

Despite what many think, meteorologists do not study meteors. That, however, doesn't mean we don't enjoy watching them! This year, the Perseid meteor shower is set to peak in North …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 5, 2016 12:39:17 PM

It's summertime and many have been or will be going to the beach. How many of you enjoy staring at the waves in the ocean? Surfers enjoy them and others …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 3, 2016 2:02:03 PM

Phoenix, Arizona experienced severe flooding on Tuesday as slow moving storms moved through the area. This is monsoon season in the Southwest when the normally dry area receives the majority …

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Topics:WeatherOpsFlood

by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 1, 2016 2:56:22 PM

Drum Corps International (DCI) performs all over the country during the summer months. Upwards of 3,500 college students march in the corps with an estimated 400,000 total fans viewing their …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 27, 2016 1:43:30 PM

Do you enjoy forecasting the weather? Would you like to win $100? Then come enter our contest! Test your skills against your friends and other weather enthusiasts. Forecasting isn't easy, …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 26, 2016 3:39:07 PM

Close to 30 people die every year from lightning strikes. Many more are injured. In the past week alone, there have been five fatalities. The yearly total is now 20, …

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Topics:WeatherOpsLightning

by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 21, 2016 12:04:40 PM

Have you ever heard of the year without a summer? No, I'm not talking about anything recent when you felt chilly on a day in June. The year was 1816, …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 20, 2016 10:50:33 AM

How many times have you seen someone jogging in the rain? I see it most often in the morning, when I'm driving to work. I know many runners have routines …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 19, 2016 10:37:36 AM

WDT Ag Solutions Expert, Tim Marquis, sits down with independent agronomist and data expert, Michael Steeke. Michael discusses the upcoming heat wave and drought. Learn how Michael is using weather …

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Topics:WeatherOpsSkyWiseAgriculture

by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 15, 2016 2:41:35 PM

When thunderstorms roll in, it isn't unusual for people to want to take a look outside. Some may want to stand in the rain, especially when it's not severe. However, …

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Topics:LightningThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 14, 2016 12:05:25 PM

It's mid-July and many of us are thinking about the heat and avoiding sunburn. How many of you are thinking about tornadoes and avoiding flying debris? For those in the …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 13, 2016 2:04:42 PM

Slow moving thunderstorms dropped over 10 inches of rain across Minnesota and Wisconsin on Monday night leading to Flash Flood Warnings. At one point, the Duluth NWS office was issuing …

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Topics:Flood

by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 11, 2016 12:03:52 PM

Reports of severe and unusual weather, in some areas, may have been caused by recent Pokemon Go battles. While wildfires and severe storms do occur in July, snow falling is …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 7, 2016 9:14:50 AM

You're a regular user of WeatherOps Commander and are probably accustomed to seeing the same features each day when you access the system. Have you ever experimented with some of …

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Topics:WeatherOpsCross Enterprise

by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 7, 2016 9:13:59 AM

Name: Jordan Rousseau Current Position: Vice President, Web Degree: B.S. Computer Science from Oklahoma State University What type of work do you perform? I lead a team of developers to …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 7, 2016 9:11:58 AM

Hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30. We've already had four named storms, are you ready for more? We offer many products that helps your company monitor risk …

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Topics:WeatherOpsOffshoreOil & GasRetailTropical

by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 5, 2016 3:23:27 PM

July and August are well known for extreme temperatures in many parts of the U.S. The central part of the country is currently experiencing the summer heat full on right …

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Topics:HeatDrought

by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 1, 2016 12:27:09 PM

The USDA report that broke yesterday brought with it bad news for growers; the 3rd largest crop ever planted and with it came a sharp decline in commodity prices. Growers …

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Topics:HeatDrought

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 30, 2016 11:10:36 AM

Which do you find scarier, a flood or a flash flood? Many don't realize there is a difference. All floods lead to damage of property, but which type leads to …

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Topics:Flood

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 28, 2016 11:38:53 AM

One of the most critical tasks of any control center or dispatch operator is quickly pinpointing areas of system disruption. From power lines and substations, to wind turbines and pipelines, …

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Topics:WeatherOpsSkyWiseDevelopersLightningTornadoUtilities

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 27, 2016 1:59:21 PM

What do drought and bark beetles have in common? In California, the answer to that questions would be a lot. As the drought continues, so do the wildfires. At the …

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Topics:SkyWiseAgricultureDrought

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 22, 2016 11:42:06 AM

If you live in the Chicago to Cincinnati area, there is a high likelihood of severe storms today. Forecasts are suggesting a derecho could form in this area. Widespread damaging …

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Topics:Cross EnterpriseWindThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 21, 2016 2:22:12 PM

Have you ever looked at a weather map and wondered what all the symbols mean? Most people understand what a cold or warm front looks like and have seen the …

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Topics:Cross Enterprise

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 17, 2016 2:35:38 PM

Thunderstorms on Thursday forced players at the U.S. Open to take cover multiple times at the Oakmont Country Club. As a few waves of storms moved through the area, players …

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Topics:WeatherOpsLive EventsLightning

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 16, 2016 10:14:23 AM

Doppler radar data can show if a storm is rotating. What does this mean and why should you know? Our 3rd Lunch & Learn webinar explains about radar velocity data …

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Topics:RadarScopeCross Enterprise

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 15, 2016 2:04:31 PM

Many people think that it is the rubber tires that protect them when their car is struck by lightning. In reality, their car is becoming a Faraday cage. What is …

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Topics:Lightning

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 14, 2016 12:00:03 PM

What is reflectivity really showing us and should you be concerned when you see scary colors? This is the second installment of the RadarScope Lunch & Learn webinar series. Ever …

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Topics:RadarScope

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 13, 2016 2:12:45 PM

Did you know that radar works similar to how a flashlight does? We recently completed a webinar about the basics of radar. I'll let you know how data can vary …

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Topics:RadarScopeCross Enterprise

by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 10, 2016 10:44:58 AM

Have you ever wondered why we name hurricanes? When did it start? Who comes up with the names? Time for your history lesson of the day! The naming of hurricanes …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 8, 2016 2:57:15 PM

For many years it has been taught that hail forms by cycling in a thunderstorm, getting bigger and bigger until it was too heavy for the updraft. The rings in …

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Topics:Hail

by Daphne Thompson, on May 31, 2016 3:00:22 PM

On May 9, 2016 severe weather impacted seven states, spawning a dozen tornadoes in Oklahoma alone. Two lives were lost, multiple storm-related injuries were reported, and utilities sustained significant damage …

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Topics:TornadoThunderstormGeographic Information Systems

by Daphne Thompson, on May 23, 2016 3:02:13 PM

Every day, 92 NOAA National Weather Service Offices release two weather balloons. They are released at 00:00 UTC and 12:00 UTC. Overall, there are over 800 upper-air stations through the …

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by Daphne Thompson, on May 20, 2016 12:08:55 PM

If you live in the Houston area, Thursday afternoon must have been quite loud. Highly electrical severe storms passed through the area on May 19, causing flash flooding along the …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeLightningThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on May 13, 2016 2:21:48 PM

On this Friday the 13th of May, let's look back at some unlucky weather that occurred this week. We've had it all; from tornadoes to hail to wind damage. And …

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Topics:WeatherOpsTornadoWindHailThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on May 10, 2016 4:55:01 PM

With the first of May comes the peak month for tornadic activity on the southern plains and the May 7-9 sequence has produced the first tornadic outbreak of the month …

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Topics:RadarScopeTornadoHail

by Daphne Thompson, on May 6, 2016 3:02:33 PM

If you've watched or read the news lately, you have probably heard about the wildfire in Alberta, Canada. Nearly 80,000 people have been forced to evacuate Fort McMurray as the …

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Topics:WildfireDrought

by Daphne Thompson, on May 5, 2016 1:39:29 PM

On this Cinco de Mayo, I bet many of you are looking forward to eating some tacos, fajitas or tamales. Some of you may already be contemplating a margarita! While …

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Topics:RadarScope

by Daphne Thompson, on May 4, 2016 11:29:30 AM

Thunderstorms are approaching and you hear that unmistakable sound of hail hitting the roof and windows. Some rolls onto your covered back porch and you run out to get it …

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Topics:HailThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on May 2, 2016 2:50:29 PM

We often hear about aquifers and how wells are drawing water out of them. Are we draining them or do they refill? Aquifers come in different types and have various …

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Topics:Precipitation

by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 29, 2016 11:36:23 AM

A thunderstorm is brewing. Suddenly there is a flash and bang! Loud thunder rumbles all around you. I hope you were inside, because lightning is extremely dangerous. In the US, …

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Topics:WeatherOpsLightning

by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 28, 2016 9:48:59 AM

You're just a few keystrokes away from viewing the Outlook for July and July 2016 just released from our Futures Team …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 26, 2016 10:30:12 AM

It's that time of year when severe weather seems to be happening more and more frequently. Are you prepared? Do you know what to do when severe weather is expected …

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Topics:WeatherOpsRadarScopeTornadoHailThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 22, 2016 2:37:42 PM

Today, we celebrate Earth Day. Let's admit it, Earth is pretty amazing and has sights that are breathtaking. Our environment is something that needs to be protected. We've all seen …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 20, 2016 12:03:45 PM

Name: Elizabeth Davidson Current Position: SkyWise Product Manager Degree: BS and MS in Meteorology What type of work do you perform? As Product Manager, I ensure our SkyWise products meet …

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Topics:SkyWise

by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 15, 2016 11:42:29 AM

Have you ever heard of the Cone Of Silence? I'm referring to the one that is associated to radars. It can sometimes cause issues when a strong storm passes over …

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Topics:RadarScope

by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 13, 2016 11:16:45 AM

When you draw a raindrop, what shape is it? Does it look like a teardrop? Clouds don't really cry. Raindrops are actually a pretty interesting shape. If you have children, …

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Topics:Precipitation

by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 12, 2016 11:39:40 AM

It seems like it wasn't that long ago that I was telling you about a hail storm in Fort Worth. Now, an even more destructive hail storm has struck just …

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Topics:HailThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 4, 2016 2:10:22 PM

This is an exciting time of year for baseball fans. Many count down to Opening Day the way others count down to Christmas. This year, fans of the Yankees and …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 30, 2016 2:25:01 PM

We have an ongoing joke in Oklahoma that severe weather season starts on January 1 and ends on December 31. Severe weather can threaten at any time of year in …

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Topics:Thunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 29, 2016 3:01:12 PM

Name: Stdrovia Blackburn Current Position: Mobile Creative Director Degree: BFA in Visual Communications What type of work do you perform? I design and develop mobile apps. I’ve worked on everything …

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Topics:RadarScopeDevelopers

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 28, 2016 3:00:35 PM

Have you ever seen a cloud that was just so interesting that you wondered if it was really a cloud? Could it possibly be an alien invasion you are seeing …

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Topics:Thunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 25, 2016 11:15:52 AM

The movie, "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice", just hit the theaters. While Batman is clearly a mortal man born on Earth, how much do we know about Superman's planet …

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Topics:WindThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 23, 2016 2:03:40 PM

Despite having a record warm February and warm March – we need to keep an eye on the long-term weather pattern. Across the Corn Belt, we are in for a …

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Topics:Agriculture

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 21, 2016 2:48:33 PM

Let's look back at a historic weather event that happened on this day over 100 years ago. It was Easter Sunday, and as a strong storm system moved across the …

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Topics:TornadoFlood

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 18, 2016 1:57:11 PM

The first official day of Spring is Sunday, March 20. Many areas will greet the new season with freezing temperatures and snow. Winter is apparently ignoring the request for it …

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Topics:Snow

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 17, 2016 12:01:50 PM

Many in the Fort Worth, Texas area were awoken this morning not by their alarm clocks, but by the sound of hail pounding their roofs and windows. Multiple reports mention …

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Topics:HailThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 15, 2016 2:36:46 PM

Flowing for 510 miles, the Sabine River forms part of the border between Texas and Louisiana. After recent heavy rain, the river is at record flood levels. So, those wanting …

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Topics:PrecipitationFlood

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 9, 2016 2:04:15 PM

WDT is exhibiting our aviation weather solutions at the global Air Traffic Management (ATM) conference in Madrid, Spain. The 2016 ATM Global conference has over 6000 registered attendees and over …

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Topics:Aviation

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 8, 2016 1:45:49 PM

The next few days are offering an unprecedented event for early March which will cause havoc for any commercial growers trying to get emergence in the arklatex region. This impacts …

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Topics:AgricultureFlood

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 4, 2016 12:10:48 PM

If you live in the South and have allergy issues, you are probably feeling like me today. Sinus pressure, a tissue constantly in hand, and thoughts about how the D …

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Topics:Wind

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 2, 2016 4:24:46 PM

Growers want to put their trust in a 2016 forecast for the planting and growing season. Many meteorologists and weather savvy growers hesitate to trust the 2016 spring weather forecast …

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Topics:AgricultureThunderstormDrought

by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 2, 2016 10:06:59 AM

There has been a lot of talk this year about El Niño, but what is it and is it really to blame for everything going on in the weather? Some …

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Topics:WindPrecipitation

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 26, 2016 9:46:59 AM

Early this week, severe weather affected the southern states extending up the East Coast. Tornadoes, hail, heavy rain and damaging winds lashed the land. Along with that were seven fatalities, …

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Topics:TornadoWindHailThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 23, 2016 2:55:27 PM

Have you heard about WDT Future Radar? It depicts the location and intensity of radar-detected storms up to 4 hours into the future using a blend of sophisticated computing techniques …

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Topics:WeatherOpsThunderstorm

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 17, 2016 3:31:58 PM

Name: Colby Goatley Current Position: WeatherOps Forecaster Degree: BS in Meteorology What type of work do you perform? I forecast for numerous locations across the globe using AWIPS-2, ECMWF data, …

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Topics:Employee Spotlight

by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 10, 2016 3:32:43 PM

Have you ever thought that the cold winter weather you were experiencing was going to be great because it would kill off and you wouldn't have to deal with them …

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Topics:General

by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 25, 2016 3:59:37 PM

WDT just wrapped the first Turkish Meteorological Expo with our local Turkish representative ErikTronik. The Expo was held at the Congress Center in Ankara. The purpose of the conference was …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 20, 2016 3:01:23 PM

Name: JR Hehnly Current Position: Senior Software Engineer and Meteorologist Degree: B.S. in Meteorology from the University of Oklahoma Years at WDT: 9+ What type of work do you perform? …

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Topics:Employee Spotlight

by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 13, 2016 2:02:49 PM

WDT delivers atmospheric remote sensing solutions integrated into a single display and alerting interface. WDT’s Radar Wind and Temperature Profiling System (RWTPS) utilizes a microwave profiling radiometer built by Radiometrics …

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Topics:Aviation

by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 4, 2016 3:31:55 PM

Do you have an interest in learning about agricultural weather? I’m very excited to announce that I’ll be a speaker for a National Weather Association webinar titled: “Planting MORE Micro-Scale …

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Topics:Agriculture

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 31, 2015 10:18:52 AM

On the evening of December 26, 2015, a powerful tornado ripped through the Dallas Metro. In its wake was destruction, injuries and 11 deaths. Eight of these fatalities took place …

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Topics:General

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 28, 2015 4:14:10 PM

What should have been an enjoyable holiday weekend turned into tragedy and devestation for many in the South. There were 84 reported tornadoes from December 23-27. Hundreds of homes were …

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Topics:General

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 21, 2015 2:02:49 PM

You've all heard the song, "It's the most wonderful time of the year". While Andy Williams may have been into the season when he sang this, the holidays aren't always …

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Topics:General

by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 16, 2015 9:38:33 AM

A frost blankets over 25 million acres in early June, well past canola seeding in most parts of Saskatewan. 1000s of acres had to be reseeded and the growing season …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 11, 2015 1:59:57 PM

In 1967, the Beatle’s Paul McCartney wrote an epic song that was well ahead of its time, “Helter Skelter”. In the song, McCartney (and others that covered the song in …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 9, 2015 2:19:44 PM

Alderaan, Tatooine, Naboo, and Hoth. These are all well-known planets, that is if you are a Star Wars fan. Do you remember the fog on Dagobah where Yoda lived? How …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 7, 2015 1:13:26 PM

WDT has been working with the Indonesian weather agency, Badan Meteorologi, Klimatologi dan Geofiskia (BMKG), since 2009. I have had the opportunity to travel to Indonesia four times now to …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 4, 2015 11:23:23 AM

Thanksgiving had come and gone and although I went north from Oklahoma to Wisconsin to visit family, I took a jaunt even further to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan to attend and speak …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 24, 2015 9:49:36 AM

It goes without saying, for utilities, the winter season is quite often the most punishing of the year. Ice and other frozen precipitation associated with these long, cold months continue …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 19, 2015 9:26:34 AM

As a meteorologist in Oklahoma, I’m often asked by my ag clients if I chase storms. The answer to that question is a definite yes. Given the recent tornado outbreak …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 16, 2015 11:01:04 AM

It’s mid-November and if you're like me then you are probably starting to think about Thanksgiving. You might be wondering how long it will take to defrost the turkey or …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 10, 2015 9:27:15 AM

There’s a reason physics-based Numerical Weather Models exist compared to “math based” or statistical weather models. We refer to these as climatology based forecast systems. Statistical models rely on the …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 30, 2015 3:47:01 PM

As many of you know, Austin TX is experiencing a record flooding event the day before Halloween. Cars are stranded along route 71 and US 183 near the Austin-Bergstrom International …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 30, 2015 8:39:29 AM

Man I enjoy baseball. Funny enough, I don’t watch it that much at all because I just don’t have the time. But when I do, it’s a trip down memory …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 23, 2015 8:52:10 AM

Considerable media attention has focused on what has been described as a potentially historic equatorial Pacific Ocean basin-wide El Niño currently in progress. Astute readers also already know that no …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 20, 2015 1:25:02 PM

Outside of the US when dual pol radar data isn’t available, how can growers get accurate rainfall estimations on which to base their decisions? Satellites are the answer. Satellites began …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 14, 2015 10:48:01 AM

Obviously the “talk of the town” is the big El Niño and its putative impacts on global weather patterns this winter. By and large, meteorologists everywhere are advocating winter forecasts …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 12, 2015 3:44:27 PM

After spending a thoroughly informational three days in New Orleans last week for the Utility Analytics Institute's annual Utility Analytics Week conference, I departed with excitement about the tools vendors …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 12, 2015 12:58:17 PM

Thousands of fellow University of Oklahoma fans made the trip from Oklahoma to Dallas this past weekend for the annual Red River Shootout at the Cotton Bowl (no need to …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 12, 2015 12:31:54 PM

Of all the weather variables, accurate rainfall is the most important, above all others, in determining what decisions to make on the field. Agronomists and growers alike leverage this information …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 7, 2015 11:52:04 AM

As the calendar dives deeper into fall, it's officially that time of year to plan for annual bermudagrass overseed for turf reinforcement. There is something absurdly pleasing about those deep …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 6, 2015 11:14:44 AM

12 million soil polygons with 365 days of WDT's SkyWise weather data and 87 hybrid seed types are what’s needed to know where, what, and when to plant a specific …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 15, 2015 11:14:36 AM

One of the enduring challenges for the applied meteorological community is to take highly technical information derived from complex physical models, and boil that down into an actionable decision that …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 26, 2015 5:22:00 PM

An alarming threat is causing fear among citrus growers in the US. If orange juice is a staple of your morning breakfast, you’ll want to read about this frightening new …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 20, 2014 10:55:50 AM

Agreement Leverages Raytheon’s Industry Leading Technology, Provides Significant Advantages to WDT Customers Weather Decision Technologies (WDT) and Raytheon Corporation (Raytheon) have entered into an agreement that will allow commercial and …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 3, 2014 4:17:05 PM

Our team of meteorologists have hand drawn the path of the tornado and damaging winds of this morning's tornadic acitivty near St. Louis. The path is based on radar data, …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 26, 2014 12:41:21 PM

The Event Innovation Forum—South Florida is less than a month away and more speakers have been announced. In addition to understanding digital and mobile strategies, targeting millennials, and creating successful …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 18, 2014 12:22:06 PM

Responding to requests from a wide range of professionals for a safety webinar focused specifically on producing safer outdoor events, Take1 Insurance, the leading insurance provider to the entertainment industry, …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 3, 2013 3:59:11 PM

NORMAN, OK – October 3, 2013 - Global weather leader Weather Decision Technologies®, Inc. (WDT) has been awarded the Oklahoma City Metro 50 Award from the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 4, 2013 2:16:23 PM

Specialized approach to weather information notification designed to protect life, property and assets. NORMAN, OK - September 4, 2013 - Weather Decision Technologies, Inc., a global innovator in the weather …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 25, 2013 3:11:30 PM

Weather Decision Technologies expands product offering; moves from focused forensics products to a full suite of Weather Verification tools. NORMAN, OK - JUNE 25, 2013 - Weather industry leader Weather …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 8, 2013 3:33:11 PM

WDT brings weather to StepLeader's Mobile Products NAB- LAS VEGAS, NV & NORMAN, OK - April 8, 2013 - StepLeader, Inc., the industry leader in mobile app development for local …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 8, 2013 3:31:22 PM

Integration of advanced WDT content and what it means for you NORMAN, OK - April 8, 2013 - Weather Decision Technologies, Inc.® (WDT), the leading high technology weather data provider, …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 18, 2013 11:49:30 AM

Weather Decision Technologies reveals HailSpot, the latest mobile technology for obtaining hail fall data right in the palm of your hand. NORMAN, OK – March 18, 2013 - Weather industry …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 4, 2013 11:17:20 AM

NORMAN, OK – March 4, 2013 - Weather Decision Technologies®, Inc. (WDT), Senior Vice President of Expert Solutions, Brent L. Shaw, has earned the nationally recognized Certified Consulting Meteorologist (CCM) …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 8, 2013 2:34:29 PM

Historic Partnership to Benefit ALERT FM, Alert Studio, and iMap CES- LAS VEGAS, NV & AMS- AUSTIN, TX - January 8, 2013 - Global Security Systems, LLC (“GSS”), experts in …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 12, 2012 2:35:42 PM

Weather Decision Technologies, Inc. honored for Oklahoma job creation over the past three years NEW YORK, NY and NORMAN, OK - December 12, 2012 - Norman, Oklahoma-based Weather Decision Technologies, …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 28, 2012 2:36:53 PM

The only iPad Weather App that focuses on complete North Georgia Weather Coverage NORMAN, OK – November 28, 2012 - Weather Decision Technologies®, Inc., a global leader in providing state-of-the-science …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 8, 2012 2:37:42 PM

Companies Combine Forces to Offer Top Ranked Premium Apps for Weather Enthusiasts and Professionals NORMAN, OK - November 8, 2012 - Weather industry leader Weather Decision Technologies®, Inc announced today …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 23, 2012 9:23:38 PM

Immersive Ad Unit Combining Consumer-Friendly Weather Data with Interactive Ad Message Turns Publisher Expense Line Item into Revenue Stream NORMAN, OK & ST PAUL, MN – September 24, 2012 - …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 11, 2012 11:38:58 AM

Be StormReady with WDT's premium iMap® Weather Radio app for Android NORMAN, OK - September 11, 2012 – Weather Decision Technologies®, Inc., a global leader in providing state-of-the-science weather detection, …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 6, 2012 1:44:47 PM

iMap, the best interactive weather map on the web, takes mapping to a new level utilizing services provided by MapBox NORMAN, OK / WASHINGTON, D.C. , September 6, 2012 - …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 5, 2012 1:52:55 PM

An outsourced expert weather team designed to safeguard attendees, assets and artists. NORMAN, OK - September 5, 2012 - The 2012 Heart Tour, has engaged the services of Weather Decision …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 28, 2012 12:48:37 PM

Weather Decision Technologies, Inc Ranks No. 3833 on the 2012 Inc. 500|5000 with Three-Year Sales Growth of 41% NORMAN, OK - August 28, 2012 - Inc. magazine today ranked weather …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 23, 2012 1:19:37 AM

A well-established National Weather Service recognition program transformed to safeguard attendees, assets and artists during large venue events. LinkinPark StormReady Award Presentation, December 2012 NORMAN, OK - August 23, 2012 …

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by Daphne Thompson, on May 15, 2012 12:05:28 PM

NORMAN, OK, May 15, 2012 - The 2012 Linkin Park World Tour, has engaged the services of Weather Decision Technologies®, Inc. (WDT), Event Safety Alliance corporate sponsor, to provide event-specific …

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by Daphne Thompson, on May 14, 2012 3:20:17 PM

New Orleans, LA – May 14, 2012 – The Weather Decision Technologies®,(WDT) iMap® Weather Radio app was named first runner up in the Productivity, Utility & Public Safety category of …

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by Daphne Thompson, on May 12, 2012 5:55:47 PM

CALGARY, AB and NORMAN, OK, May 12, 2012 - Hemisphere GPS today announced new weather features available in AgJunction®, its precision agriculture data services platform. Through the advanced weather data …

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by Daphne Thompson, on May 8, 2012 12:14:01 PM

Setting a precedent for customers and peers in the weather industry NORMAN, OK, May 8, 2012 - Weather Decision Technologies®, Inc. (WDT), a global leader in providing state-of-the-science alerting, and …

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by Daphne Thompson, on May 7, 2012 4:40:40 AM

NORMAN, OK, May 7, 2012 - WeatherForensics.com, a division of Weather Decision Technologies (WDT) has announced a price reduction on HailHistory Reports; now starting at $45 for a one year …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 21, 2012 3:25:18 PM

San Francisco and Norman, OK - March 21, 2012 – Weather Decision Technologies®, Inc., a global leader in providing state-of-the-science weather detection, alerting, and forecasting services, announced today that its …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 8, 2012 12:40:19 AM

NORMAN, OK, March 8, 2012 - Weather Decision Technologies®, Inc., a global leader in providing state-of-the-science weather detection, alerting, and forecasting services, announced today the launch Version 2.0 of its …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 1, 2012 1:01:24 AM

CHICAGO, IL and NORMAN, OK – March 1, 2012 - AgriCharts, the agricultural division of Barchart.com, Inc., which provides market data, agribusiness website hosting and technology solutions to the agricultural …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 22, 2012 1:12:40 AM

Norman, OK, February 22, 2012 – Weather industry leader Weather Decision Technologies® (WDT) today unveiled HailExpress HD™, the next generation of HailExpress™, a service that provides hailswath and hail size …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 11, 2012 11:32:04 AM

WDT Chief and Thought Leader in Global Weather Solutions Receives Highest Honor NORMAN, OK – February 11, 2013 - Weather Decision Technologies®, Inc. (WDT), President and CEO Michael D. Eilts, …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 8, 2012 1:36:36 AM

Norman, OK, February 8, 2012 - Founded in 2000 by former National Weather Center meteorologists, the Norman, Oklahoma-based company developed and launched a smartphone app in 2011 that essentially acts …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 23, 2012 1:53:28 AM

Norman, OK and Germantown, MD – January 23, 2012 – Weather industry leader Weather Decision Technologies (WDT) announces a strategic partnership with Earth NetworksSM, the operator of the world's largest …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 22, 2011 4:36:33 AM

Norman, OK, December 22, 2011—Winter weather can ruin the best planned holiday and business travel plans. So, what could be a better last minute holiday gift than a premium weather …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 16, 2011 3:23:17 AM

Companies Combine Forces to Offer the Top Ranked Premium Apps for Weather Enthusiasts Norman, OK, November 16, 2011— Weather industry leader Weather Decision Technologies has signed a letter of intent …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 21, 2011 4:38:31 AM

Real Tree Base Station Offers Street-Level Radar and Unique Game Activity Meter Columbus, Georgia (October 3, 2011) Outdoorsmen and women who demand accurate weather forecasts, detailed Doppler radar, and severe …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 23, 2011 5:34:18 AM

Norman, OK, September 23, 2011—Global weather leader Weather Decision Technologies (WDT) has been awarded the Oklahoma City Metro 50 Award from the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce for the …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 29, 2011 8:48:28 AM

New Potential Flood Index product shows historic and catastrophic rainfall amounts caused by Irene Norman OK, August 29, 2011—The impact of Hurricane Irene is a reminder that hurricane forecasters need …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 12, 2011 4:48:20 AM

Norman, OK, August 12, 2011- Weather Decision Technologies, Inc., a global leader in providing state-of-the-science weather detection, alerting, and forecasting systems, today announced the launch of a new reality weather …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 11, 2011 4:48:30 AM

Audiences Can Track Hurricane Irene on their Favorite Local Media Stations' Websites and Keep Informed with the iMapWeather Radio iPhone Application Norman, OK, August 23, 2011- With Hurricane Irene bearing …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 9, 2011 4:34:18 AM

Innovative Addition of 'Most Recent Hail Event' with Diagramed Aerial Measurements of a Property, Offers One-Stop-Shopping for Roofing, and Insurance Industries NORMAN, Okla. (August 9, 2011) - Aerialogics, a leading …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 4, 2011 9:16:56 AM

Critical Tool for Adjusters’ Toolbox Now has Fresh Look for Easier Look-Up NORMAN, OK., August 4, 2011 – iMapWeather Forensics, a division of global weather industry leader Weather Decision Technologies …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 22, 2011 3:05:08 AM

App offers ultimate in location management, including “Follow Me” feature and monitoring of five additional locations OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - June 22, 2011 - Weather Decision Technologies, Inc., a global …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 20, 2011 4:01:12 AM

New Nationwide NWS Radar Technology is a “Game Changer” in Terms of Depicting Where Rain, Hail, and Snow are Falling and How Much Has Fallen. Oklahoma City and Norman, OK …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 9, 2011 4:15:27 AM

App is a weather radio for mobile devices, providing early, location-based text and voice alerts 24/7 for individuals in the path of a hurricane More than 3 million emergency weather …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 1, 2011 11:01:49 AM

iMap offers a full suite of advanced hurricane features for on-air, online, and on-the-go applications, including live broadcast tools, storm tracker live video streaming, and mobile weather radio alerts, as …

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by Daphne Thompson, on May 27, 2011 4:00:59 AM

Weather Decision Technologies believes its newest product is the latest generation of weather radio. Founded in 2000 by former National Weather Service meteorologists, the Norman, Okla.-based company recently launched a …

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by Daphne Thompson, on May 20, 2011 11:06:50 AM

As a result of unprecedented demand during its FREE iMapWeather Radio day campaign, which took place on May 19, 2011, weather leader Weather Decision Technologies Inc., (WDT) exceeded its goal …

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by Daphne Thompson, on May 18, 2011 5:48:13 AM

The first 100,000 individuals nationwide to download the app for iPhone, iPad or iPod touch get it for free NORMAN, Okla., May 18, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Weather Decision Technologies, …

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by Daphne Thompson, on May 3, 2011 4:12:58 AM

New weather warning tool helps individuals prepare for the dangerous storm season upon us with early, location-based text and voice alerts right on their mobile device NORMAN, OK - May …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 15, 2011 10:12:18 AM

Breaking News on CNN: Storm Chasers see tornado up close and CNN audiences view live streams of today's tornadoes. 20110415_2F47c28163b4a9ecb9575166c4fecea1bc_2FCNN_iMapLive_Miss_Tornadoflv …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 11, 2011 4:10:01 AM

iMap® Weather Experience Suite Brings Dramatic Weather Events to Multiple Screens Norman, OK, and Las Vegas, Nevada, April 11, 2011 – Weather Decision Technologies (WDT), the weather content leader, is …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 23, 2011 8:12:28 AM

Ground breaking application "wakes up" your device and talks to you when life-threatening weather approaches, providing instant voice and text alerts, early warnings, and real-time severe weather video when you …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 16, 2011 2:34:37 AM

'HailHistory' Data Offering Adds New Dimension of Report Value for Contractors and Adjusters NASHUA, New Hampshire, February 16, 2011 – Aerialogics, an aerial measurement reporting service serving the roofing, property …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 16, 2011 2:00:52 AM

Orlando, FL. February 16, 2011 - XactLink, LLC, a supplier of web-based Roofing/Construction Management Software and iMap Weather Forensics, a division of global weather leader Weather Decision Technologies, Inc. (WDT), …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 16, 2011 2:00:03 AM

Coast-to-Coast Network Offers Chaser Video Wall and Superior Support Services Norman, OK, February 16, 2011 – Weather industry leader Weather Decision Technologies, Inc., (WDT) is partnering with Coaches Aid and …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 8, 2011 4:21:47 AM

The recently launched application, "The Daily" for iPad, available on the iTunes App Store, features two iMap weather maps: Regional Radar and US Forecasted Highs. To download the application, go …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 27, 2011 4:16:40 AM

Developed by Weather Decision Technologies, iMapWeather is one of the most technologically advanced and intuitive weather apps available for iPad. Serving as both an interactive radar for observing changing weather …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 25, 2011 2:00:41 AM

Coast-to-Coast Network Offers Chaser Video Wall and Superior Support Services Norman, OK, January 25, 2011 – Weather industry leader Weather Decision Technologies Inc., (WDT) has acquired ChaserTV, a network of …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 24, 2011 12:19:12 AM

Seattle, WA, January 24th, 2011 – Weather Decision Technologies, Inc. (WDT) has been awarded the American Meteorological Society Award for Outstanding Services to Meteorology by a Corporation. The citation from …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 3, 2011 9:57:26 AM

Career spotlight on Matt Gaffner, a forensic meteorologist at Weather Decisions Technologies in Norman. Gaffner, a forensic meteorologist at Weather Decision Technologies in Norman, re-creates weather events that have already …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 23, 2010 2:28:13 AM

iMap® for iPad offers Accurate Weather for Your Top 10 Holiday Locations Norman, OK, December 22, 2010 -- As cold weather and snow grips much of the country, holiday and …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 21, 2010 11:53:32 AM

Chad Myers, chief meteorologist at CNN World, covered breaking news of the 6.9 scale Mexico earthquake today using WDT's iMapLive! on-air tools. Catch the video clip at http://bit.ly/cmZ0aj. iMapLive! is …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 7, 2010 4:30:42 AM

BY ASHLEY KINDERGAN The Record STAFF WRITER The days of gazing quizzically at threatening skies and trying to gauge when to clear the pool, pack up the golf clubs or …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 28, 2010 10:06:16 AM

Weather Decision Technologies, Inc., (WDT) has been listed for the fifth time on the prestigious Inc. magazine’s Inc. 500/5000 list. For more than 25 years, Inc. magazine and Inc.com have …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 22, 2010 4:57:50 AM

Broadcast Industry Veteran Brings a Track Record of Digital Innovation To meet the growing demand for its mobile weather services provided to local media companies, meteorological science leader Weather Decision …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 13, 2010 5:54:35 PM

WGN today launched its iMap-powered Chicago Weather Center solution for iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad onto the iTunes App Store. The application can be downloaded at: http://goo.gl/435l "When in doubt, …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 3, 2010 11:13:21 AM

WINDSOR, Colo., /PRNewswire/ -- As our society and aging infrastructure become increasingly more vulnerable and impacted by extreme rainfall, the requirement for timely, accurate and informative rainfall information presented in …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 2, 2010 11:29:34 AM

Advanced Hurricane app offers constant updates for mobile and online users Norman, OK - September 2, 2010 – As Hurricane Earl heads north along the eastern seaboard this weekend, mobile …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 31, 2010 4:28:19 AM

From Mark Twain to Will Rogers to today's multitaskers on mobile devices, human beings love to talk and hear about the weather. Last year, nearly 40 percent of iPhone users …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 27, 2010 3:43:26 AM

Best-Selling Aviation iPad and iPhone Application is First to Let Pilots Gather Preflight Weather Intelligence Based on Unique Radar Mosaic Norman, OK. and Houston, TX - July 27, 2010 - …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 19, 2010 5:56:09 AM

High School Race Teams Use Lightning Decision Support System and iMap® Interactive Map to Track Weather Changes Norman, OK - July 18, 2009- World weather leader Weather Decision Technologies, Inc …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 30, 2010 1:43:53 PM

Responding to the rapidly expanding demand for its professional meteorological services provided to international governments, aviation and airport industry leaders, military customers and local media businesses, meteorological science leader Weather …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 29, 2010 5:13:30 AM

Weather Decision Technologies, Inc. (WDT), a global leader in state-of-the-science iMap weather applications has been selected by NII Holdings, Inc. [NASDAQ] a leading provider of mobile communication services operating under …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 28, 2010 5:03:49 AM

Agreement Provides Best-in-Class Weather Services to over 60 Major U.S. Cities In a multi-year agreement, weather technology leader Weather Decision Technologies Inc., (WDT) will provide weather content and interactive mapping …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 25, 2010 10:19:18 AM

CNN is stepping up its usage of WDT’s iMapLive! on-air broadcast tool, airing a segment today on the possible threat to the Gulf oil spill region using iMapLive to show …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 23, 2010 11:43:48 AM

The Orlando Sentinel Relies on iMap for Lead Story on Gulf Coast The Orlando Sentinal used an embedded iMap to show current and forecast Hurricane tracks. The article, featuring an …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 23, 2010 5:11:02 AM

Here Come the Hurricanes! iMap® Live Video Widget and Hurricane Threat Assessment Tools Give Local Media the Competitive Edge iMapHurricane! offers a full suite of advanced Hurricane features for on-air, …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 14, 2010 6:12:24 AM

iMap Powers 4Warn.com “The ‘Dot Com’ Before the Storm” The 4Warn Storm Team has launched the new 4warn.com weather service dubbed “the dot com before the storm” which can be …

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by Daphne Thompson, on May 25, 2010 11:34:15 AM

BY JENNIFER PALMER, Oklahoman Published: May 25, 2010 NORMAN — It’s not a coincidence that Weather Decision Technologies is located in the heart of Tornado Alley, right across from the …

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by Daphne Thompson, on May 25, 2010 5:34:15 AM

Hunters Across the United States Offered the Highest Quality Radar Data Available Norman, Oklahoma, May 25th, 2010 – HuntingLife.com has launched an innovative iPhone application optimized for the nation’s hunting …

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by Daphne Thompson, on May 14, 2010 5:07:38 AM

Today, WDT broadcast a live stream of the space shuttle Atlantis launch on its iMapTracker console – http://bit.ly/aMZNaD Date: May 14 Mission: STS-132 Launch Vehicle: Space Shuttle Atlantis Launch Site: …

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by Daphne Thompson, on May 13, 2010 9:55:22 AM

KWCH Director of Marketing and Digital Media Shawn Hilferty wrote to tell us how much his Wichita Kansas station was appreciating having the iMapTracker on display and at work for …

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by Daphne Thompson, on May 10, 2010 9:31:00 AM

WGN-TV Chief Meteorologist Tom Skilling and the WGN Weather Center staff are providing daily coverage of extreme weather in Kansas and Oklahoma using Weather Decision Technologies’ iMapTracker storm chasing technology …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 26, 2010 9:31:52 AM

Norman, OK - April 26, 2010. The rapid epidemic of tornadic activity last weekend and the prior week was mirrored by an equally active three days of storm chasing and …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 7, 2010 3:43:31 AM

iMap® Weather Radio is Designed to Save Lives by Combining the Power of a Weather Radio with the Precision and Convenience of a Smartphone Norman, OK., April 7th, 2010 – …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 5, 2010 9:04:29 AM

Powerful New Platform Makes it Easy for National and Local TV, Newspaper, Radio Stations, and Mobile Media Companies to Provide Mobile Audiences with Best-of-Breed National Weather Data Combined with Hyper-Local …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 5, 2010 6:49:53 AM

Pilots Gather Preflight Weather Intelligence on New “Supertablet” from Apple Norman, OK. and Houston, TX – April 5, 2010 - Pilots concerned about upcoming weather conditions for their flight path …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 31, 2010 9:45:52 AM

Partnership Opens Up Weather Data to Ecosystem of over 5,000 Leading Developers Using SimpleGeo. Norman, OK , March 31, 2010 - Weather leader Weather Decision Technologies, Inc., (WDT), has been …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 23, 2010 3:24:33 AM

Norman, Oklahoma, March 22nd, 2010 -- WDT has launched iMapRadar, an innovative iPhone application that displays up-to-date radar and satellite images on an interactive Google map. iMapRadar detects your location …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 22, 2010 6:15:40 AM

iMap Version 3.0 Launches with Street Level and Single Site Radar, Giving Local Media Companies the Highest Resolution Data Available on the Internet Norman, OK, March 22nd, 2010 -- For …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 15, 2010 9:38:45 AM

Norman, OK., March 15th, 2010. Weather mapping leader Weather Decision Technologies (WDT) is bringing a ground-breaking interactive weather application called iMapLive! to local media television stations. Version 1.0 of iMapLive! …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 8, 2010 4:35:09 AM

DeWayne Mitchell, Senior Meteorologist of Weather Decision Technologies, Inc., has earned the nationally recognized Certified Consulting Meteorologist (CCM) designation by the American Meteorological Society (AMS). The CCM designation is issued …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 15, 2010 8:38:04 AM

Norman, OK. - February 12, 2010- Weather Decision Technologies, Inc. (WDT), the world's leading weather services company, is bringing new and enhanced live video streaming opportunities to storm chasers seeking …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 1, 2010 7:09:09 AM

Norman, OK - January 28, 2010 - Oklahoma's website NewsOK.com is offering a new iPhone app called NewsOK weatherwatch, thanks in part to a solution provided by Weather Decision Technologies, …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 11, 2010 2:26:05 AM

Best-Selling Aviation Application Lets Pilots Gather Preflight Intelligence and Improve Situational Awareness Faster and Easier than Ever Before. Norman, OK. and Houston, TX - January 11, 2010 - ForeFlight and …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 10, 2010 8:37:31 AM

Norman, OK. - January 12, 2010 - Responding to growing demand for its iMap® innovative weather mapping solutions for local media businesses, meteorological science leader Weather Decision Technologies (WDT) has …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 14, 2009 8:41:03 AM

Norman, OK. December 14, 2009. Vestas, the leading supplier of modern renewable energy wind solutions, has selected the Lightning Decision Support System (LDSS) from Weather Decision Technologies, Inc., the leader …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Nov 2, 2009 8:42:01 AM

Streaming videos captured by storm chasers from the field showcase dramatic footage. Norman, OK. November 2, 2009 - Entering its third smash hit season, the Discovery Channel's Storm Chasers series …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 25, 2009 3:21:09 AM

Norman, OK. September 25, 2009- Now you can plan your day with advanced, hyper-local weather information on ConnectorLocal.com. A new addition to the ConnectorLocal.com suite of services-all geared towards helping …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Sep 22, 2009 3:22:52 AM

NEW YORK-September 22, 2009 - WorldNow, the leading online technology, content and revenue-solutions company for local media, has announced that it has expanded its partnership with Weather Decision Technologies, Inc …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 14, 2009 3:25:53 AM

Norman, OK - August 14, 2009 - The National Burglar and Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA) and Weather Decision Technologies, Inc. (WDT), the world's leader in global weather forecasting and nowcasting, …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 17, 2009 9:39:08 AM

Norman, OK - July 7, 2009 - Just in time for Hurricane season, Weather Decision Technologies, Inc., and America's Emergency Network (AEN) have exclusively partnered to provide a vital new …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 16, 2009 3:25:04 AM

Marina Del Rey, CA - July 16, 2009 - After 397 days at sea, Zac Sunderland, 17, of Thousand Oaks, California, has become the youngest person to circumnavigate the world …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 13, 2009 9:40:28 AM

High School Race Teams Use iMap® Weather Interactive Map to Track Weather Changes Norman, OK - July 13, 2009-Weather Decision Technologies, Inc., a world leader in weather and geo-mapping services, …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 12, 2009 9:35:35 AM

Weather application shows core geo-located weather across Japan and in Major world cities Norman, OK - June 12, 2009 - Weather Decision Technologies, Inc. (WDT), and GPlusMedia Co.,Ltd. Headquartered in …

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by Daphne Thompson, on May 19, 2009 2:15:34 PM

Streaming videos captured by storm chasers from the field feature dramatic footage. Norman, OK, May 19, 2009 --(PR.com)-- This tornado season, WDT was the first ever to bring live streaming …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Apr 20, 2009 3:29:12 AM

NORMAN, Okla.- (April 20, 2009) -- Weather Decision Technologies, Inc. (WDT), the world's leading weather services company, is joining forces with Justin.tv, leaders in live video streaming, and TornadoVideos.net (TVN) …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 23, 2009 9:39:29 AM

NEW YORK, Sept 09, 2009/PRNewswire via COMTEX - WorldNow, the leading online technology, content and revenue-solutions company for local media, has announced that it has partnered with America's Emergency Network …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 13, 2009 1:24:49 PM

Norman, OK, February 13, 2009--TornadoVideos.net, the premiere source of professional extreme weather photography and news for production companies, media, and weather enthusiasts, and Weather Decision Technologies, Inc. (WDT), the world's …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Feb 5, 2009 1:55:54 PM

Norman, OK, February 5, 2009--Weather Decision Technologies, Inc. (WDT) is helping Norman Public Schools (NPS) keep children safe using its cutting-edge Lightning Decision Support System (LDSS) for advanced severe weather …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jan 27, 2009 1:53:49 PM

Weather Decision Technologies and Inergize Digital Media Offer Broadcasters a Whole New Way to Zoom in on Local Weather Norman, OK, January 27, 2009--Weather Decision Technologies, Inc. (WDT), and Inergize …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Dec 15, 2008 1:51:16 PM

Oklahoma EDGE (Economic Development Generating Excellence) Program Award Creates New Opportunities for State, Nationwide and Global Wind Energy Industry NORMAN, OK., Dec. 15, 2008--Weather Decision Technologies, Inc. (WDT), a global …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Oct 22, 2008 2:48:42 PM

Top 50 Android Developer Challenge Winner Makes Cool "Follow-Me" Weather Maps Available to Millions of Android Smartphone Users NORMAN, OK., Oct 22, 2008 - "Weather Decision Technologies, Inc. (WDT), a …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 31, 2008 2:41:53 PM

Norman, Oklahoma, August 31, 2008 -- A new online hurricane tracking tool with a difference is up and running on TV web sites across the threatened DMA's along the Gulf …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 22, 2008 2:39:25 PM

Washington, D.C., Aug.22, 2008 - Weather Decision Technologies, Inc.,(WDT) has been listed for the second time on the prestigious Inc. magazine 2008 Inc. 5000 list. For more than 25 years, …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Aug 12, 2008 2:37:14 PM

New Forecast System Provides Olympic Managers with Precise Information on Weather Hazards Norman, OK - August 12, 2008. Weather Decision Technologies, Inc. (WDT) is the only private company invited to …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jul 23, 2008 2:33:45 PM

"We've got this great new product," meteorologist Jacqui Jeras told CNN viewers today as the network premiered Weather Decision Technologies (WDT)'s new threat assessment "Hurricane Impact Zone" visuals for coverage …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Jun 26, 2008 2:21:50 PM

SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 26, 2008--MIR3, Inc.TM, the leading provider of Intelligent Notification (IN®) systems to enterprises, universities and government organizations, today announced that Weather Decision Technologies, Inc. (WDT) has named …

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by Daphne Thompson, on May 12, 2008 2:31:15 PM

Pinpoint Forecasts and High Resolution Radar Promise "Follow Me" Weather for Millions of Mobile Users. Unlike Internet-based weather applications, HandWxTM knows where you are, even when you don't. Norman, OK …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 30, 2008 3:28:57 AM

Norman, OK, March 30, 2009--Weather Decision Technologies, Inc. (WDT) is displaying a powerful package of advanced EAS and weather alerting services at the International Security Conference and Exposition (ISC West) …

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by Daphne Thompson, on Mar 3, 2008 1:27:55 PM

Norman, OK (PRWEB) March 3, 2008 -- Weather Decision Technologies (WDT) today unveiled details of its Aviation Weather Decision Support System (AWDSSTM) designed to enhance operational safety and flight management …

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