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This research highlights the progress made in high impact weather prediction at the ECMWF, focusing on the importance of understanding atmospheric processes and developing practical applications for society. Deon Terblanche presents findings from the THORPEX program, a decade-long international initiative aimed at enhancing the accuracy of one- to two-week weather forecasts. This research underscores the critical need for improved forecasting to benefit society, the economy, and the environment.
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Research on High Impact Weather Deon Terblanche EAG-FRT IDecember 2011Geneva, Switzerland
Improving Weather PREDICTION UNDERSTANDING Atmospheric Processes Developing APPLICATIONS for Society WWRP engages in :
The Observing System Research and Predictability Experiment • THORPEX is a 10-year international research and development programme (2005 – 2014) to accelerate improvements in the accuracy of one-day to two-week high impact weather forecasts for the benefit of society, the economy and the environment.
Thank You DTerblanche@wmo.int