Regional and Mesoscale Meteorology Branch

VIIRS Flood Map

Introduction

Objectives:

1. Understand key aspects of the product’s algorithm, resolutions, and latency.
2. Interpret the product and know its strengths and limitations.
3. Locate and use the product in AWIPS and online.
4. Locate other training and resource materials online.

Training Session Options

NOAA/NWS students – to begin the training, use the web-based video, YouTube video, or audio playback options below (if present for this session). Certificates of completion for NOAA/NWS employees can be obtained by accessing the session via the Commerce Learning Center.

1. Live VISIT teletraining session led by an instructor (20 minutes). Check the VISIT Training Calendar to see the current schedule and sign up. Upon registering for a teletraining session, you will receive an email with a link (GoToMeeting or WebEx) to connect to the session.
2. MP4 video
3. YouTube video:

References/Additional Links

• Powerpoint file
• VIIRS Flood Map Quick Guide
• NOAA VIIRS/ABI Flood Products Quick Guide for U.S. Stakeholders (non-NWS)
• VIIRS Flood Map – Algorithm Theoretical Basis Document (ATBD)