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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)

A U.S. government agency that focuses on the condition of the oceans and the atmosphere, providing weather forecasts, severe storm warnings, and climate monitoring.

Weather Enterprise

Refers to the entire community involved in weather-related activities, including government agencies, private companies, and academic institutions, working together on research, forecasting, and data sharing.

Weather Data

Information used to track and predict weather conditions and patterns, including forecasts, observations, and derived products.

Subseasonal

Referring to weather or climate predictions for a timeframe between a few weeks and a few months, bridging the gap between short-range weather forecasts and long-range seasonal climate outlooks.

National Weather Service (NWS)

A component of NOAA responsible for providing weather forecasts, warnings, and other weather-related products to the public and specific user groups across the U.S.

Reauthorization

The process by which Congress extends the legal authority for a federal program or agency to continue operating, often with updates or changes to its mission or funding.