About this episode
This episode explores the challenges and accuracy of weather forecasting, from long-term predictions to immediate hazards.
Scientists are now forecasting hazards on timescales from decades ahead to literally minutes before impact. But how accurate can those forecasts really be and how do you prepare for events that are inherently uncertain?
Topics covered
- weather forecasting
- hazards
- accuracy
- uncertainty
- preparation
Keywords
- weather
- forecasting
- hazards
- accuracy
- uncertainty
- preparation
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: RNZ
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