Hazardous Weather

In our changing climate, hazardous weather events such as storms, floods, wind, snow and ice, and fog events are expected to become more extreme. Our ability to manage these hazards is dependent on timely and accurate weather forecasts.

Sea Ice Data Assimilation

Arctic sea ice is a crucial component of the climate system. The radiation balance and the dynamics of the atmosphere and ocean have strong interactions with sea ice. Observations show that the extent of Arctic Sea ice has been declining over the last few decades. This could have a significant impact on the climate, ecosystems and human activities and highlights the need for improved sea ice prediction.