Improved Weather Forecasts: Protecting Coasts and Cities from Flooding
This act aims to improve forecasts of coastal flooding and storm surges, helping to protect lives and property. With new technologies and better data sharing, citizens in vulnerable areas will receive more accurate and timely warnings, allowing them to better prepare for extreme weather events and reduce the risk of losses.
Key points
Establishment of a program to improve coastal flooding and storm surge forecasts to reduce losses.
Better understanding and prediction of the ocean's role in coastal flooding, including high tide flooding.
Utilization of new technologies and data to create more accurate forecasts and warnings.
Addressing gaps in weather observations in highly vulnerable areas.
Supporting interagency collaboration for better use of localized weather data in emergency management.
Introduced
Citizen Poll