Description
In recent years, the number of people who obtain weather forecasts using their cell phones has increased dramatically. While most of us realize that we can’t control the weather, we like to be prepared for it. But where do the weather app forecasts come from, and are they accurate? This presentation focuses on the information available in weather apps, their strengths and weaknesses, and situations in which another source of information could save your life.
Deirdre Kann has a BS in mathematics and a PhD in atmospheric sciences and worked for various agencies within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for 30 years. Now retired, she uses a weather app and enjoys public speaking and outreach activities focused on weather and climate.