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This submission presents the updated Terms of Reference for the NTHMP Subcommittee, focusing on operational procedures, warning products, and communication among NTHMP partners. The authority, membership, and communication protocols are outlined to enhance coordination and effectiveness within the group.
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Terms of Reference • Submitted NTHMP Chair 12/3/2007 • Introduction: • Started 2005 • WCATWC Pacific AOR customers • Expanded to all states/territories and PTWC AOR
Terms of Reference • Purpose • Provide NTHMP partners input to operational procedures • Warning center products • Warning criteria • Exercises • EAS • Message content • Information/experience exchange
Terms of Reference • Authority • WCS primary mechanism for NTHMP input ot operational TWS. • Major changes • Vetted by NWS service change procedures • Minor changes • Implement after coordination with Tsunami Program Operations Leader
Terms of Reference • Membership • State/territory tsunami representatives • NOAA Tsunami Program Leaders • FEMA • USGS • TWC Directors • NWS Regional Tsunami leaders • NWS Marine and Coastal Services Rep. • NWS WCMs
Terms of Reference • Chairpersons • Approved by a majority of the NTHMP Coordinating Committee • 11/1/2007 – Jim Goltz, Chip McCreery, and Paul Whitmore • Communications • In conjunction with annual meeting • Notes and Action Items kept by Chairs