A National Weather Service weather balloon sits ready for launch in the Upper Air Inflation Building at the National Weather ...

“The thing about weather balloons is that they give you information you can't get any other way,” said D. James Baker, a former NOAA chief during the Clinton administration. He had to cut ...

BUT MARK SVOBODA IS CONCERNED ABOUT ADDITIONAL CUTS TO STAFF. IT ALREADY PROMPTED NOAA TO STOP OR REDUCE WEATHER BALLOON LAUNCHES, INCLUDING THOSE AT THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN VALLEY LAST ...

During severe weather, offices may launch balloons three times a day. The balloons send back a detailed picture of Earth's atmosphere over a given location. Maps from NOAA show the balloon ...

Preparing for severe weather can make all the difference in protecting your family and property. The National Weather Service recommends three simple steps to stay safe: make a plan; build a kit; and ...

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Have the thin jacket and sunglasses. It's a cool start to the day under a mostly clear sky. Temperatures this Thursday afternoon are expected to be near 80° across the Mid-South ...

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — More residents will be able to apply for the Strengthen Oklahoma Homes program, which helps protect homeowners from severe weather ... now two more zip codes, 73071 ...

Mainly clear. Low 46F. Winds light and variable.

Peak bloom is finally here! Grab your kite and enjoy a weekend 80-degree weather. Storm Team4 Meteorologist Chuck Bell has your forecast.