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The '''Radar Operations Center (ROC)''' is a National Weather Service (NWS) unit that coordinates the development, maintenance, and training for the NEXRAD weather radar network. | The '''Radar Operations Center (ROC)''' is a [[National Weather Service]] (NWS) unit that coordinates the development, maintenance, and training for the NEXRAD weather radar network. | ||
{{Official URL (simple)|url=https://www.roc.noaa.gov}} | {{Official URL (simple)|url=https://www.roc.noaa.gov}} | ||
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== Creation == | == Creation == | ||
Established in 1988 in Norman, Oklahoma, by the NEXRAD Agencies to support the WSR-88D radar network, which includes the National Weather Service, | Established in 1988 in Norman, Oklahoma, by the NEXRAD Agencies to support the WSR-88D radar network, which includes the | ||
* [[National Weather Service Norman, Oklahoma|National Weather Service]] | |||
* [[Department of Defense]] | |||
* [[Federal Aviation Administration]] | |||
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Latest revision as of 23:41, 17 December 2024
The Radar Operations Center (ROC) is a National Weather Service (NWS) unit that coordinates the development, maintenance, and training for the NEXRAD weather radar network.
Goals
- Provide centralized operations support for the WSR-88D units.
- Enhance and maintain software and hardware for NEXRAD radars.
- Offer field assistance and training for radar operations.
Sponsor
Creation
Established in 1988 in Norman, Oklahoma, by the NEXRAD Agencies to support the WSR-88D radar network, which includes the
Funding
Funding for the ROC comes from NOAA's budget, specifically allocated for the maintenance and development of the NEXRAD system. Specific funding details are not publicly disclosed, but it is part of ongoing NOAA appropriations.
Leadership
The title of the leader of the program is **Director**.
Website
Social Media Accounts
- *X (formerly Twitter): @NEXRADROC
Wikipedia Article
wikipedia:Radar Operations Center
