How are weather forecasts made?
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Weather forecasts predicting such events help people to prepare - but how is a forecast put together?As much information as possible is gathered about the current weather and the state of the atmosphere. Meteorologists also monitor current weather conditions to ensure the forecast is going to plan - making tweaks when necessary.Because of the chaotic nature of the atmosphere, even small developments in the ocean can have a significant impact on the position and strength of a weather system when it reaches land, for example.
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