Severe Weather in the Central Plains; Fire Concerns in the Southern High Plains and Southwest; Late-Season Mountain Snow

Severe storms, including large hail, wind, and perhaps a couple of tornadoes, are possible in the central Plains. Dry, windy conditions and lightning from dry thunderstorms may produce hazardous fire conditions in the Southwest and southern High Plains. Late-season snow is expected in the Northwest and the Great Basin. Heat is spreading across the eastern U.S.. Read More >

(formerly known as SSD)

Mission

Improve NWS services and DSS through the integration of improved science, data and new technology into operations.

Foster improved professional development and training program at the Forecast Offices.

Anticipate and plan for future needs - emphasis on NWS WRN Strategic Goals and GPRA goals as it relates to unique western U.S. forecast issues

Current Priorities

Service Improvement through feedback from Gridded Verification

Improving Hydrologic Services

Improving DSS

Forecaster Confidence and make better use of new guidance tools

Improve Lead time and objectively identify storm impacts

Science and Training

Dual-Pol & AWIPS-2

Supporting SOO/DOH program

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Severe Weather in the Central Plains; Fire Concerns in the Southern High Plains and Southwest; Late-Season Mountain Snow

Science and Technology Infusion Division (STID)