Tracking the storm

(WPRI) - Let's say a storm forms in the atlantic and sets a path for the Northeast. Our team of meteorologists go into action.

They take date, like satellite images, and look for clues. Are the clouds growing more intense? Is the storm becoming better organized?

Add to that, information from hurricane hunter planes, which help determine the storm's path and strength.

The team also keeps an eye on the National Hurricane Center's forecasted track.

Live Pinpoint Doppler 12

As the storm makes its way toward Rhode Island's coastline, the technology in the Live Pinpoint Doppler 12 Forecast Center separates itself from the rest.

Only Live Pinpoint Doppler 12 Radar can track in real time. so, when intense rain and wind bands threaten our area, multiple radar sweeps can see the storm from all directions.

Remote Weather Stations

Most storms that affect Southern New England have a rapid approach speed, which means weather changes in a matter of hours, if not minutes.

That is where our Live Remote Weather Stations, like the one we have in Narragansett, prove very valuable. The stations sense approaching danger as it's happening. Rapid changes in wind direction, wind speed and air pressure are all crucial in tracking a landfalling hurricane.

Saving Lives

Back in 1938, when flood waters inundated Narragansett Piers famous Ocean Drive, there was little technology to warn people head of time.

Now, with the power of Live Pinpoint Doppler 12 and our Remote Weather Stations based from Northern Rhode Island to Westerly, our technology can save lives.