Observing Ship program. These changes were implemented to preserve the transmission of ship data between national weather centers as they are an invaluable source of marine data... which we apply in our global and regional forecast and hindcast modeling. Feedback is always welcome! Frequently Asked Questions How do I read a wind barb? The wind barbs indicate both... this is reserved for commercial applications. How is the wave analysis produced? Since we produce our own wave forecasts we are very proud of the techniques we use and our forecast skill...

and Forecasting, Halifax N.S. October 18-23, 2009. Cardone, V.J., and A.T. Cox, 2009. Tropical cyclone wind field forcing for surge models: critical issues and sensitivities... Louisiana and Mississippi: Part I - Model Development and Validation. Monthly Weather Review (in print). J.C. Dietrich, S. Bunya, J.J. Westerink, B.A. Ebersole, J.M. Smith, J.H. Atkinson... and Storm Surge Model for Southern Louisiana and Mississippi: Part II - Synoptic Description and Analysis of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita Monthly Weather Review (in print). 2007...

Glossary of Terms Below are some common terms and definitions used in our web site and in the field of metocean studies and forecasting. Bathymetry The measurement of depths... wavelength is considered deep water. Duration In wave forecasting, the length of time the wind blows in nearly the same direction over the fetch (generating area). Eddy A circular... to each other. Eye In meteorology, usually the "eye of the storm" (hurricane/typhoon); the roughly circular area of comparatively light winds and fair weather found at the center...