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The large window on the AWIPS graphical
monitor can be subdivided into 4 panels to allow for even more
flexibility and to view more products simultaneously. At left
is a 4-panel satellite imagery display. Color-enhanced infrared
(IR) imagery is shown on top, a visible picture (available only
during daylight) is at bottom left, and a water vapor image is
at bottom right. Looking at different satellite image types at
the same time can be very helpful in assessing cloud types and
levels, cloud growth and decay, and other information. Water
vapor imagery not only shows clouds in the atmosphere, but also
moisture profiles and flow fields that do not necessary show
up as clouds. Thus, the imagery is very useful in the forecast
process. |
