Science Common Sense

1826 - What occupations need the information provided by weather forecasting?

Weather forecasting is helpful in many jobs, such as:

1. Pilots: to plan safe flights and avoid bad weather.
2. Farmers: to decide when to plant, water, or harvest their crops.
3. Sailors and Ship Captains: to navigate safely across the ocean.
4. Emergency Responders: to prepare for and respond to natural disasters like hurricanes or floods.
5. Tour guides and Event planners: to plan outdoor events and activities.
6. Skiers and Snowboarders (at resorts): to plan ski lifts and trail operations.
7. Broadcasters and News Reporters: to report the weather to the public.
8. Firefighters: to prepare for and fight forest fires.
9. Construction workers: to plan and schedule outdoor projects.
10. Road maintenance workers: to prepare for and clear roads during snowstorms.

These are just a few examples of the many occupations that rely on weather forecasting to make informed decisions.