Susquehanna River Basin Flood Forecast and Warning System

Improving the system to improve forecasting

The Flood Forecast and Warning System in the Susquehanna River Basin is one of the best in the nation. The National Weather Service is working on improvements to the system, using modern technology.

The improvements will provide more advance warning

The enhanced flood forecast and warning system uses hydrologic computer models and weather and climate data from advanced weather satellites and Doppler radar to extend the lead time for seeing trouble coming-from one, two, or three days to a week or more.

We'll have access to more accurate and timely information. This allows time to evacuate people, goods and property, better utilization of reservoir storage, and advance knowledge about where and when to reinforce levees.

We'll all be safer for it

Floods are catastrophic events that destroy property and threaten lives. The enhanced flood forecast and warning system will give us more precise knowledge of when and where flooding will occur. It's knowledge that will save lives and the loss of property during floods.

ONGOING FLOOD FORECAST ENHANCEMENT ACTIVITIES
AND SAMPLE PRODUCTS

Introduction to the Advanced Hydrological Predictions Services (AHPS)

AHPS Video: " Water Predications for Life Decisions"
4 minute video (4 min. RealVideo)
20 minute video (20 min. RealVideo)

AHPS and the Mid-Atlantic River Forecast Center

The July 2002 issue of NOAA Magazine featured the Advanced Hydrologic
Prediction Service http://www.noaanews.noaa.gov/magazine/stories/mag41.htm
This article includes links to sample AHPS visual products and a recent
National Hydrologic Warning Council report, "Use and Benefits of the
National Weather Service River and Flood Forecasts."

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