SERVICES
Expert Weather Analysis When It Matters Most
CONSULTING
FMF provides clear (non-technical), scientifically sound explanations of weather events and any potential impacts they may have had.
FORECASTING
We issue forecasts using in-situ and remotely sensed observational data, including ASOS weather stations, ships, buoys, CMAN stations, weather balloons, RADARs, satellites (visible, infrared, water vapor), scatterometers, etc. Combining these data with multiple models’ output data (atmospheric and marine), high-quality forecasts are developed and explained upon issue.
HISTORICAL WEATHER
EVENT ANALYSIS
Analysis of past weather events using publicly available, archived meteorological data. These data include ASOS stations, ships, buoys, CMAN stations, weather balloons, RADARS, satellites, scatterometers, etc. Comparison to historical reanalysis data is also available upon request. Custom plots and animations of pertinent observations are produced for visual representation of the specified event.
INSTRUMENT INSTALLATION
AND SITE EVALUATION
Site visits for determination of optimal locations for meteorological instrumentation installations. Install meteorological instrumentation and establish data acquisition system to record and deliver data. Possible parameters sensors collect data for include air temperature and humidity, wind speed and direction, atmospheric pressure, precipitation (volume and type), and solar radiation. Additional parameters upon request.
DATA ANALYSIS
FMF provides analysis of many types of data for validation and verification leading to analysis. These data include ASOS, ship, buoy, CMAN, weather balloon, RADAR, satellite, scatterometer, etc. Model data are also available for analysis (atmospheric or marine). Summaries are provided upon request, as are custom plots depicting pertinent observations.
EXPERT WITNESS TESTIMONY
FMF also provides expert witness testimony in trial cases including weather events. This testimony is based on several of the services described above. Testimony involves providing presentation of data and data description, analysis, and conclusions. FMF is thoroughly prepared for each case, and strives to convey scientific information clearly and specifically in a non-technical manner for general comprehension.