Forecasters are currently training on the use of the WDSS-II system for interrogation of radar data.  This year in the EWP, WDSS-II is used in tandem with AWIPS D2D.  From 2:30-3:15pm CDT, forecasters will train on interpreting PAR data, followed by training for CASA from 3:30 to at least 4:30pm.  After a short break, forecasters will train on MRMS and LMA, break for dinner, and then perform 2 displaced real-time warning simulations this evening – one using PAR data, and one using CASA.

Patrick Burke (EWP Weekly Coordinator, 18-22 May 2009)