New Federal Research Plan Lays Out Future of Hurricane Forecasting Capabilities

Federal agencies involved in hurricane research have mapped out the future of hurricane forecasting capabilities in the publication “Interagency Strategic Research Plan for Tropical Cyclones: The Way Ahead” released Monday at the 61st Interdepartmental Hurricane Conference in New Orleans. The plan focuses on areas within the field of hurricane-related sciences that were identified as needing research and then transferring this research into operations. The plan was put together by the Office of the Federal Coordinator for Meteorological Services and Supporting Research.