🚨⛈️ Forecasters LOVE the faster radar updates from Phased Array Radar! During the recent National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Hazardous Weather Testbed #PAR activity, we tested dual-pol data from the Advanced Technology Demonstrator—the first S-band PAR for weather—to see how quicker scans and clearer detail can help improve warnings. ⚡ Faster updates 🔍 Better storm insights 🌀 Smarter decisions | NOAA National Severe Storms Laboratory

📡🔥Weather radar plays a key role in wildfire detection and monitoring. 🔥📡 Phased array radar (PAR) has the potential to enhance those capabilities. Our experimental PAR was put to the test during the recent Oklahoma dust storm and wildfire event. | NOAA National Severe Storms Laboratory