Maryland announced plans Monday to build out a network of high-resolution, real-time weather observation towers to improve readiness for dangerous conditions.
A partnership between the state and the University of Maryland College Park, the Maryland Mesonet will consist of 75 observation towers spread across the state. The goal is to provide emergency managers with accurate data more quickly and to improve lead time on National Weather Service severe weather alerts in the event of major storms and other emergencies, state officials said.
“We’re increasingly aware of our vulnerability to these disasters,” Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan (R) said at a news conference.
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