This free 1½-hour course will look at the wide variety of weather information, products and services that are available to community responders and the voluntary sector to aid them in their role. It will include a look at the services available during periods of severe weather but also other information that may be helpful.
Part 1: Severe Weather Warning and Informing
This will look at the main services provided to community responders to notify them of severe weather, including:
- National Severe Weather Warning Service (NSWWS)
- Flood Outlook
- Flood Alerts and Warnings
- Emergency Alerts
Part 2: Sources of Information
This will look at various locations where information can be accessed and a selection of the information and products available. This part will be a mix of PowerPoint slides and a practical run through relevant websites.
- Met Office Website
- Met Office App
- Weather Observation Website (WoW)
- Partner Agency Information
Sign up here for the session at 4pm on Tuesday 11 March 2025.