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Become a Weather Observer - Go cuckoo for CoCoRaHs!
Jan 30, 2008 | 8:42 AM
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Become a Weather Observer

 

Go cuckoo for CoCoRaHs! Do you have a passion for the weather and want to contribute to advancing the science of weather forecasting? Now you have the chance of joining a network of weather observers whose regular reporting will be integrated into the next generation of weather forecasts. Find out how you can join the National Weather Service, Penn State and Rutgers University build the region (and nation’s) most advanced weather observation network! Every drop of precipitation counts!

 

Find out how you can join:

http://www.erh.noaa.gov/phi/cocorahs.php

 

http://www.cocorahs.org/

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DeweyDevil read my blog view my photos
Jan 30, 2008 | 3:24 PM

Great post jim!

Those weather enthusiasts out there proably did not realize they could truly participate in weather forecasting in the chose to instead of doing... well ya know. ;-)
DeweyDevil read my blog view my photos
Jan 30, 2008 | 3:26 PM

Great post jim!

Those weather enthusiasts out there probably did not realize they could truly participate in weather forecasting if they chose to instead of doing... well ya know. ;-)

sorry the first post i was dictating to my cat.

She is not a great typer.

:D
B_Don read my blog
Jan 30, 2008 | 8:01 PM

Hey Jim ! Haven't seen you around lately.
snowbrain read my blog view my photos
Jan 31, 2008 | 9:36 AM

great post--i will probably join the network
Jim_Nichols read my blog view my photos
Jan 31, 2008 | 1:37 PM

Hello all! Don't worry, I'm still here. Hope all is well. This is a good, non-profit program that I think will be very helpful once it's up and running.
B_Don read my blog
Jan 31, 2008 | 6:57 PM

"All that is needed to participate is an internet connection, a 4" diameter plastic precipitation gauge, and a ruler for measuring snow."

Where can I get a 4' diameter plastic precipitation gauge, and how much will it cost me ?
B_Don read my blog
Jan 31, 2008 | 6:57 PM

4" I mean. LOL.
Jim_Nichols read my blog view my photos
Jan 31, 2008 | 7:03 PM

Brian, The group offers this gauge: http://www.weatheryourway.com/cocorahs/index.html
I, nor anyone at FOX endorses this company or product. I don't know anything about them besides the fact that the CoCoRahs site recommended it. I am sure if you do a google search (maybe even ebay) you could find another 4" gauge. Before you buy, be sure to do your research! How are the bike rides going?
ThunderTush read my blog view my photos
Feb 1, 2008 | 10:15 AM

Sounds good Jim! It's still fun blogging about what everyone is getting- This area is so hard to forecast anyway so it's definately interesting with who comes out with what's in their backyard- Like today, I got Ice and a few Mets said no Ice- 5 miles down the road, rain- I reside in an elevated area so they can't forget that stuff
B_Don read my blog
Feb 1, 2008 | 5:32 PM

The bike rides are going good, Jim. Every morning before school I go out at 6 A.M. Wish I could be out now, we just reached 60 degrees here, but it's heavy rain :-(

You should check out my weather website, Jim. The link is in my latest blog. If you'd like, I could add a link to your blog to the page.
B_Don read my blog
Feb 3, 2008 | 10:13 PM

LOL, Jim. I will add your blog to the page next time I update it.
B_Don read my blog
Feb 4, 2008 | 10:16 AM

Jim, I left you a comment via my blog.
B_Don read my blog
Feb 4, 2008 | 10:17 AM

Jim, I left you a comment via my blog.
B_Don read my blog
Feb 4, 2008 | 10:17 AM

Jim, I left you a comment via my blog.
B_Don read my blog
Feb 4, 2008 | 10:17 AM

Jim, I left you a comment via my blog.
B_Don read my blog
Feb 5, 2008 | 6:59 PM

I don't know, Jim. I say the City hits 71 degrees tomorrow.

Sorry about all my posts above...gotta love school internet.
B_Don read my blog
Apr 22, 2008 | 3:24 PM

Jim, I was just informed by David that this weekend will be your last broadcasts at FOX 29.

Good luck at NBC WeatherPlus...I'll be sure to tune in !
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Jim_Nichols

I am currently the freelance Meteorologist for WTXF/FOX 29 in Philadelphia. Born and raised in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, I earned a degree in Meteorology from Rutgers University and hold the AMS "Seal of Approval" for excellence in television Meteorology. At Rutgers, I specialized in Philadelphia, New Jersey and New York microclimates and "Urban Heat Islands". In addition to my research in urban climates and snowfall forecasting, I also served as an undergraduate lecturer for "Weather, Climate and Environmental Design" at Rutgers-New Brunswick. While an undergrad, I also created the University's first Broadcast Meteorology Program which serves to teach scientists how to become better communicators. Prior to FOX 29, I served as the Chief Meteorologist for the CBS & FOX Duopoly in Sioux City, Iowa. I have also worked in the weather departments at News 12 New Jersey and WNYW/FOX 5 New York as an intern. Before my work in the weather world, I also held various positions at "The Intelligencer" and the now-defunct "Tri-State Media News Network" owned by Suburban Cable (now Comcast Cable). I love Philly and the weather challenges it brings! From the Shore to the Poconos and all points in-between, I am thrilled to be forecasting for where I grew up. Be sure to drop me a line if you have any questions or comments!

Member Since: 1/18/2007


 

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