Regional and Mesoscale Meteorology Branch

Introduction:

Objectives:

1. Part two of a two part set that describes and discusses Volcanoes and Volcanic Ash as hazards to people, aviation, and shows different methods of observation, analysis and modeling.
2. Primary categories:
   • Mt. Redoubt Volcano – 2009
   • The Key Players (Organizational Structure)
   • Goals (Past, Present, and Future)
   • The Flow of Information
   • Volcano Observatories and Volcanic Ash Advisory Centers
   • Eyjafjallajökull – Lessons Learned
   • Coming Soon

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. YouTube video:

References / Additional Links:

• Talking points are available for this lesson and may be printed out to easily review the session in detail at any time.
• ***Important links for additional information***
• For WFOs – Volcanic Ash Products Quick Tip Sheet
• USGS – How to be prepared for an ashfall
• IVHHN – Guidelines for preparedness before, during and after an ashfall