Observer (meteorological)
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A meteorological observer, or weather observer, is a person authorized by a weather authority to make or record meteorological observations. They are technicians who are responsible for the accurate o
A Weather Station Observer at Germi, Ardabil, Iran.
Weather observer in Iran.
National Weather Service
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The National Weather Service is an agency of the United States federal government that is tasked with providing weather forecasts, warnings of hazardous weather, and other weather-related products to
Observer (meteorological)
…and specialization can affect future career options. A weather observer needs a technical training and certification from an organization like the National Weather Service. Some use internships or similar experiences to practice observing weather before applying for a full-time job. Fulfilling the duties of a weather…
NWS HQ in Silver Spring, Maryland
NWS IMET Chris Gibson taking observations in the field
Meteorologists preparing a forecast, early 20th century
An Automated Surface Observing System (ASOS)