Climate & Weather Education  
 
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Minnesota businesses are affected by weather. Our work helps them understand, plan and make weather-related decisions through the use of climatic data, real-time observations and forecast products. It also helps citizens understand the impact of our changing climate. About the program...


Offerings  
 
  • Presentations to professional groups whose livelihood is affected by climate and weather, including agricultural production systems, forestry, energy and water supply, horticulture, transportation, natural resource management, and recreation. Presentations include...
  • Hazardous Weather Awareness and Education Programs—Preparing for and responding to weather-related disasters, such as drought, floods, tornadoes and high winds. Minnesota partners with the national Extension Disaster Education Network.
 

Features  
 
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WeatherTalk

Mark Seeley's climate and weather observations from Minnesota Public Radio's Morning Edition program.

 
 
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Minnesota Weather Almanac

Mark Seeley’s complete guide to Minnesota weather, featuring historical details, fun facts and scientific lessons.

 
 
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Updraft

Online discussions with Extension Climatologist/Meteorologist Mark Seeley and other weather voices on Minnesota Public Radio’s Weblog.

 

Program Hot Topics  
 

Jet Streaming—Mark Seeley and others review weather and climatology on Minnesota Public Radio.

 

Success Stories  
 

Analysis of Snow Climatology—Using Road Design and Snow Fences to Control Snow on Roadways

 

Contact Information

Mark Seeley
Extension Climatologist/Meteorologist
Department of Soil, Water & Climate
439 Borlaug Hall, 1991 Upper Buford Circle
Saint Paul, MN 55108
Email: mseeley@umn.edu
Phone: 612-625-4724
Fax: 612-625-2208

 

 
 
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