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When it comes to hurricanes what does the acronym NOAA stand for?
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NOAA is a federal agency responsible for providing weather forecast and alerts about tornadoes, hurricanes, floods,tsunamis and winter storms to the public. The acronym, NOAA stands for National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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Who made noaa?
NOAA is a Federal Government agency so the Federal Government created NOAA
What is the relationship between NOAA and the National weather service?
The National Weather Service (NWS) is one of six agencies within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). NOAA is an administrative agency within the Department of Commerce, which is a cabinet-level department within the executive branch of the US government.
What site has the best tornado info?
NOAA or weather.com wikipedia.com
When do you capitalize NOAA Weather Radio System?
When it is the title of something
Who predicts weather patterns?
Meteorologists. In the US, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and also many other organizations.
What year did hurricanes happen?
NOAA has an online chart showing hurricanes from 1851 to 2000s.
What is the definition or function of Noaa?
NOAA stands for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The NOAA helps with weather reports and keeps reports of the ocean floor and everything living in it to conserve them. They also help with floods and hurricanes.
How many tropical storms will there be in 2011 hurricane season?
There is no way of knowing for sure, but NOAA estimates there will be 6-10 Atlantic hurricanes in 2011. However, these predictions are not very accurate.
Who made noaa?
NOAA is a Federal Government agency so the Federal Government created NOAA
What effect does NOAA have on weather prediction?
NOAA has no effect on weather. It is a division of NOAA which predicts the weather.
How much money does someone who tracks hurricanes make every year?
Acoording to recent data released, The National Hurricane Hunters ( part of NOAA.) currently make over $50,000 a year.
When was NOAA Weather Radio created?
NOAA Weather Radio was created in 195#.
Are hurricane hunters part of the US military?
Yes- and no. The US Air Force Reserve 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, together with the Dept of Commerce NOAA staff are the folks that fly into tropical storms and hurricanes.
Is NOAA a branch of military service?
No. The NOAA Commissioined Corps is a "uniformed service", but it is not a military service.
Is NOAA a non-profit organization?
NOAA is a U.S. government agency so the answer would be no.Type your answer here...
What is the average number of hurricanes per year that hit the US?
According to the NOAA National Hurricane Center, there are an average of 5.8 Atlantic hurricanes per year that affect the United States. Although this doesn't necessarily mean they "hit they US." (See http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/pastprofile.shtml)In the 2009 hurricane season, there were 2 Atlantic hurricanes.
How are satellite pictures of hurricanes taken?
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, or NOAA, has Geostationary Operational Satellites 22,300 miles above the Earth's equator. Since the satellite is rotating as fast as the Earth, it can constantly monitor weather systems and capture pictures.
