Short Wave What's A Weather Forecast Worth?
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Dec 14, 2024 Uncover the fascinating history of weather forecasting in the U.S., dating back over 150 years. Explore the critical discussion on the risks of privatizing weather services and why equitable access to forecasts is essential for safety. Delve into the competitive landscape of weather apps and the sources that power their predictions. Finally, unravel the ongoing tensions between public data availability and private sector interests in the ever-evolving world of weather forecasting.
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Daily Weather App Use
- Adrian Ma and Weylin Wong discuss their daily use of weather apps.
- Wong admits to "shopping around" for preferred forecasts among different sources within one app.
Weather Forecasting Competition
- The rise of readily available weather information has made forecasting a competitive industry.
- This has led to tensions regarding data control between government and private companies.
NWS and Private Companies
- The National Weather Service (NWS), under NOAA, has been providing weather data since 1870.
- Private companies now use NWS data, creating specialized forecasts and increasing competition.