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Category: General interpretation

MIRS Rain Rate from Direct Broadcast

CSPP software processes signals at Direct Broadcast antenna sites to create products and imagery with very low latency from Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites. The software includes Microwave Integrated Retrieval System (MIRS) algorithms, including rain rate (available here). How well does that product do in capturing observed precipitation? The toggle above shows... Read More

Wind, Storms, and Gales in Alaska

On February 12, 2024, much of inland Alaska is experiencing warnings for wintery precipitation, while coastal Alaska is under warnings for storms, gales, and heavy freezing spray. Southeastern Alaska is also under a small craft advisory.The low-pressure system associated with this inclement weather is seen easily from the GOES-West imagery.... Read More