Proposed Changes to NWS Information Services

Database Update - April 21, 2008

nws.infoservice.changes@noaa.gov — 21 Apr 2008 15:02:53 GMT

April 21, 2008 - The NWS Database of Information Service Changes was updated. The following changes were made:

Global Forecast System (GFS) Upgrade - Item added
Experimental Fire Weather Point Forecast Matrix - Item added
Experimental Tropical Cyclone Wind Field Graphic - Item added
Experimental Tropical Cyclone Surface Wind Speed Probabilities (TCSWSP) for the North Pacific Ocean in the NDFD - Item added
Use of Really Simple Syndication (RSS) for Distribution of NWS Operational Data/Products - Approved for operations
Tactical Convective Hazard Product - Approved for operations
Graphical Short Term Forecast Product (GraphiCast) - Approved for operations
Experimental NOAA Weather Radio Podcasts - Approved for operations
Experimental National Digital Forecast Database Using Geographic Information Systems - Discontinued
Experimental Snowfall Probabilities - Discontinued
Experimental Probabilistic Quantitative Snowfall Forecast (PQSF) - Discontinued
ABRFC Flood Climatology Graphics - Discontinued
Experimental Use of Really Simple Syndication (RSS) for Distribution of Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service (AHPS) Information (Eastern Region) - Discontinued; national capability available
Experimental WFO Eureka Humboldt Bay Bar Graphical Forecast - Approved for Operations
National Air Quality Forecast System (AQFS) Ozone Forecast Experimental Graphic Display, Update 1 - Approved for operations
Experimental Graphical Tropical Weather Outlook, Update 1 - New version
Experimental Probabilistic Tropical Cyclone Storm Surge, Update 2 - New version
Experimental Weekend Weather Graphic - Comment period extended
Instant Messaging During Significant Weather and Hydrologic Events - Comment period extended

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Database Update - March 15, 2008

nws.infoservice.changes@noaa.gov — 15 Mar 2008 15:38:51 GMT

March 15, 2008 - The NWS Database of Information Service Changes was updated. The following changes were made:

Experimental Grassland Fire Danger Index for the Kansas Plains - item added
Proposed Great Lakes Wave Model Upgrade - item added
Experimental Water Resources Outlook Multi-Media Briefing - item added
Experimental NWS web services via wireless technologies (national scope) - item added
Proposed Restructuring of NWS Winter Weather Advisory and Warning Products - item added
Experimental Weekend Weather Graphic - item added
Audio Weather Briefing - extended comment period
Experimental Tabular Product Evolution in eXtensible Markup Language - extended comment period
Experimental Western Region Fire Weather/Marine Point Forecast Matrix - extended comment period
Internet-Based Public Service Videos - extended comment period
Experimental Carolinas Coast/Southeastern Marine Web Portal, Update 1 - updated version
Experimental NDFD Climate - approved for operations
HotSeat Warning Simulator - approved for operations
Crosswind Calculator Aid - approved for operations
Probabilistic Quantitative Precipitation Forecasts - approved for operations
Ceiling Height and Surface Visibility Information On The Multi-Format Forecast Information Web Page - approved for operations
NWS Web services via wireless technologies (Southern Region) - discontinued
Experimental NOAA Weather Radio (MP3s) - discontinued
National Convective Weather Forecast Product, Version 2 - discontinued

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Database Update - February 15, 2008

nws.infoservice.changes@noaa.gov — 15 Feb 2008 15:31:58 GMT

February 15, 2008 - The NWS Database of Information Service Changes was updated. The following changes were made:

Experimental Southern Region Multi-Sensor Precipitation Estimates Web-Based Service - item added
Experimental Miami Approach and Departure Gates Forecast Product - item added
Regional/Local Experimental Seasonal Forecast - approved for operations
Insert Call-to-Action Markers in NWS Watch Warning and Advisory Text Products - item added
Proposed NAM Upgrade - item added
Multi-Format Marine Forecast Information Web Page - approved for operations
Gridded Graphical Hazardous Weather Outlook - approved for operations
Minneapolis TRACON Collaborative Convective Forecast Product - approved for operations
Graphical Severe Weather Warnings - approved for operations
Experimental Gridded Day 2 and Day 3 Excessive Precipitation Forecast - approved for operations
Experimental Graphical Uncertainty Forecast for Milwaukee and Madison WI - discontinued

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Database Update - January 15, 2008

nws.infoservice.changes@noaa.gov — 15 Jan 2008 12:05:06 GMT

January 15, 2008 - The NWS Database of Information Service Changes was updated. The following changes were made:

Proposal to Terminate NWS Southern Region Precipitation Analysis Information Service - Item added
NCEP Model Analysis and Forecast (Oct 2007 Changes) - Approved for Operations
NCEP Model Analysis and Forecast (Jan 2008 changes) - Item added
Experimental GIS Compatible NDFD Data on the WFO Internet Page - Approved for Operations

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Database Update - December 18, 2007

nws.infoservice.changes@noaa.gov — 18 Dec 2007 12:52:35 GMT

December 18, 2007 - The NWS Database of Information Service Changes was updated. The following changes were made:

Modifications to WSR-88D Level II Data Stream and Format - Approved for Operations
NDFD Experimental Web Feature Service - Updated documentation
Experimental Sierra Backcountry Forecast - Approved for Operations
Experimental Graphical Milepost Forecast - Item added
Experimental Lightning Potential Index - Item added
Experimental Global Tropics Benefits / Hazards Assessment - Item added
Experimental Graphical "Weather Story of the Day" - Approved for Operations

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Database Update - November 20, 2007

nws.infoservice.changes@noaa.gov — 20 Nov 2007 17:53:35 GMT

November 20, 2007 - The NWS Database of Information Service Changes was updated. The following changes were made:

Proposed RTMA AK Upgrade - Approved for Operations
Proposed CFS Upgrade - Approved for Operations
Proposed SREF Upgrade - Approved for Operations
Proposed NAEFS Upgrade - Approved for Operations
Replace Ocean Wave Model Suite with Multi-Grid Wave Model - Approved for Operations
NDFD Experimental Web Feature Service - Comment period extended
NCEP Model Analysis and Forecast (Sept 2007 Changes) - Approved for Operations
NCEP Model Analysis and Forecast (Oct 2007 Changes) - Item added
NWS Warning Alert Messaging Services via Moble Device Technologies - Item added

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Database Update - October 19, 2007

nws.infoservice.changes@noaa.gov — 19 Oct 2007 17:52:06 GMT

October 19, 2007 - The NWS Database of Information Service Changes was updated. The following changes were made:

Terminate NGM-based LAMP Products - Approved, effective January 2008
NDFD Wind Gust Element - Approved for Operations
Experimental Weather Activity Planner - Operational, Effective 11/15/2007
Experimental Interactive Weather Planner - Discontinued; Western region service replaced with National service, Effective 11/15/2007
Weather Activity Planner - Discontinued; Central region service replaced with National service, Effective 11/15/2007
Flood Inundation Map Graphics - Approved for Operations
National Multi-Sensor Precipitation Estimates Web-Based Experimental Service - Approved for Operations

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Database Update - September 28, 2007

nws.infoservice.changes@noaa.gov — 28 Sep 2007 17:52:06 GMT

September 28, 2007 - The NWS Database of Information Service Changes was updated. The following changes were made:

Experimental NDFD Climate Outlook Probability Elements - Item added
Instant Messaging During Significant Weather and Hydrologic Events - Item Added
Proposed Short Range Ensemble Forecast System Upgrade - Item added
Proposed RTMA AK Upgrade - Item added
Proposed North American Ensemble Forecast System Upgrade - Item added
Proposed Climate Forecast System Upgrade - Item added
Experimental Probabilistic Tropical Cyclone Storm Surge, Update 1- Name Change (from Hurricane to Tropical Cyclone), Updated Documentation
Experimental Fire Weather Threat 4-Panel Graphic - Approved for Operations, Effective 9/27/2007
Proposed HIRES Window Upgrade - Approved for Operations, Effective 9/11/2007
Replace current GFS postprocessor with new unified postprocessor - Approved for Operations, Effective 9/25/2007

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Database Update - September 14, 2007

nws.infoservice.changes@noaa.gov — 14 Sep 2007 16:37:51 GMT

September 14, 2007 - The NWS Database of Information Service Changes was updated. The following changes were made:

Experimental National Ceiling and Visibility Analysis Product - Item added
NCEP Model Analyses and Forecasts, July 2007 Changes - Approved for Operations
NCEP Model Analyses and Forecasts, September 2007 Changes - Item added

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Database Update - August 21, 2007

nws.infoservice.changes@noaa.gov — 21 Aug 2007 13:45:30 GMT

August 21, 2007 - The NWS Database of Information Service Changes was updated. The following changes were made:

National Air Quality Forecast System (AQFS) Ozone Forecast Experimental Graphic Display, Update 1- new version/comment period
Minneapolis TRACON Collaborative Convective Forecast Product - Updated documentation
Multimedia Weather Briefing - Approved for Operations, effective 8/1/2007
Experimental Tabular Product Evolution in eXtensible Markup Language - Item added
Proposed Termination of NGM-based LAMP Products - Item added

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Database Update - July 27, 2007

nws.infoservice.changes@noaa.gov — 27 Jul 2007 18:22:35 GMT

July 27, 2007 - The NWS Database of Information Service Changes was updated. The following changes were made:

Minneapolis TRACON Collaborative Convective Forecast Product - item added
Experimental 7-Day Evapotranspiration Forecast - item added
Graphical Area Forecast (GFA), Update 1 - new version/comment period
Experimental Marine Weather Warning - item added
Replace Ocean Wave Model Suite with Multi-Grid Wave Model - item added
Replace current GFS postprocessor with new unified postprocessor - item added
Proposed HIRES Window Upgrade - item added
Termination of CONUS TWEB Forecasts - Approved, effective 9/30/2007

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Database Update - June 29, 2007

nws.infoservice.changes@noaa.gov — 29 Jun 2007 17:43:28 GMT

June 29, 2007 - The NWS Database of Information Service Changes was updated. The following changes were made:

Experimental Graphical Tropical Weather Outlook - Item added
Great Lakes Port Forecasts, Update 1 - New comment period
Experimental Gridded Significant Wave Heights, Update 1 - New comment period
Graphical Hurricane Local Stagement - Experimental product discontinued
Experimental WR Water Supply Page - Approved for operations, effective July 17, 2007
Experimental Blowing Dust Potential Product - Approved for operations, effective June 28, 2007
Experimental Gridded Weather Input to Fire Area Simulation Model (FARSITE) - Approved for operations, effective July 17, 2007
Experimental California Fire Weather Web Page and Emergency Communications Center Dispatch Area (ECCDA) Forecast Summaries - Approved for operations, effective July 17, 2007
Experimental Weather Activity Planner - Approved for operations, effective date TBD
Experimental Graphical "Weather Story of the Day" - Item added
NCEP Model Analysis and Forecast (March 2007 Changes) - Approved for Operations, effective July 2, 2007
NCEP Model Analysis and Forecast (July 2007 Changes) - Item added
Soliciting Comments on Proposed Change in Forecast Trend Categories for U.S. Drought Outlook - Item added

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Database Update - June 8, 2007

nws.infoservice.changes@noaa.gov — 8 Jun 2007 17:29:19 GMT

June 8, 2007 - The NWS Database of Information Service Changes was updated. The following changes were made:

Space Weather for Aviation Service Providers - Approved for Operations
Experimental Tropical Cyclone Hazards Graphics, Version 2 - New comment period
Multi-Format Marine Forecast Information Web Page - Item added
Weather, Water, and Climate Information Podcasts - Item added
National Digital Forecast Database (NDFD) Gridded Data - Updated documentation and contact information
National Digital Forecast Database (NDFD) Experimental Graphic Forecast Displays - Updated documentation and contact information
Experimental Probabalistic Hurricane Storm Surge Product, Version 2 - New comment period

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Database Update - May 17, 2007

nws.infoservice.changes@noaa.gov — 17 May 2007 13:05:30 GMT

May 17, 2007 - The NWS Database of Information Service Changes was updated. The following changes were made:

NDFD Experimental Web Feature Service - item added
Probabilistic Quantitative Precipitation Forecasts - item added
Experimental Tropical Cyclone Watch/Warning Product - changed effective date for transition to operations--6/1/2007
Tropical Cyclone Surface Wind Spped Probabilities in the NDFD - approved for operations effective 5/31/2007
Rip Current Forecast Graphic - approved for operations, effective 5/4/2007
Objective Blends of Drought Indicators - experimental product discontinued, effective 5/14/2007
Puerto Rico & U.S. Virgin Islands Rainfall Outlook - experimental product discontinued, effective 5/14/2007
8- to 14-day Highest Minimum Heat Index Prediction (Contiguous U.S.) - experimental product discontinued, effective 5/14/2007
Experimental Expanded Point Forecast Matrix Webpage Product - item added
Experimental Fire Weather Threat 4-Panel Graphic - corrected comment close date (7/31/2007)
Experimental Gridded Day 2 and Day 3 Excessive Precipitation Forecast - item added

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Database Update - April 23, 2007

nws.infoservice.changes@noaa.gov — 23 Apr 2007 15:49:23 GMT

April 23, 2007 - The NWS Database of Information Service Changes was updated. The following changes were made:

Termination of CONUS TWEB forecasts - item added
Storm Prediction Center Day 3-8 Fire Weather Outlook Guidance - Approved for Operations
National Air Quality Forecast System (AQFS) Smoke Forecast Experimental Graphic Display - Approved for Operations
Revalidation of Experimental Enhanced Thunder Product - Item added

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Database Update - April 9, 2007

nws.infoservice.changes@noaa.gov — 9 Apr 2007 14:26:34 GMT

April 9, 2007 - The NWS Database of Information Service Changes was updated. The following changes were made:

Use of Really Simple Syndication (RSS) for Distribution of NWS Operational Data/Products- item added

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Database Update - March 30, 2007

nws.infoservice.changes@noaa.gov — 30 Mar 2007 17:28:32 GMT

March 30, 2007 - The NWS Database of Information Service Changes was updated. The following changes were made:

NCEP Model Analysis and Forecast - item added
Modifications to WSR-88D Level II Data Stream and Format - item added
Termination of Eta-Based MOS Products - Decision reached; Termination not approved

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Database Update - March 16, 2007

nws.infoservice.changes@noaa.gov — 16 Mar 2007 17:28:32 GMT

March 16, 2007 - The NWS Database of Information Service Changes was updated. The following changes were made:

Modifications to WSR-88D Level II Data Stream and Format - item added
National Digital Forecast Database (NDFD) Convective Outlook Hazard Probability Elements - item added
Experimental Graphical Uncertainty Forecast for Milwaukee and Madison WI - item added
Multimedia Weather Briefing - item added
Carolinas Coast Marine Web Portal - item added
Water Resources Streamflow Outlook - item added
Experimental Day 4-8 Severe Weather Outlook Guidance - approved for operations

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