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New satellite set to ‘revolutionize’ the US weather forecast


New satellite set to ‘revolutionize’ the US weather forecast A new satellite is being launched next month which will help U.S. weather forecasters make their first big technological leap forward since the 1970's. The joint venture between NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will eventually launch four new weather satellites that will cover the western hemisphere. NASA is currently preparing the launch pad at Cape Canaveral to send the first satellite, known as GOES-R, into orbit on November 16 at 4:42 p.m. ET. According to NOAA, the new weather station will contribute to more accurate weather forecasts and better predictions of severe storms.    More



(Source: CNBC - Oct 28)

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