FORECASTING GUSTY SURFACE WINDS IN THE CONTINENTAL UNITED STATES.

Abstract

The technical report contains case studies of strong surface wind gust occurrences which occur under specific conditions in certain designated areas called 'Wind Boxes.' There are ten such wind boxes within the contiguous United States. Actual cases are included with several of the main weather charts used in forecasting gust occurrences. Procedures shown herein are a relevant part of the method used by the Military Weather Warning Center in forecasting gusty surface winds. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1970
Accession Number
AD0706392

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  • Case Studies
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  • United States

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  • Environmental science

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