Operational Hydrometeorological Forecast System for Espírito Santo State, Brazil

Abstract

An Operational Hydrometeorological Forecast System for Espírito Santo State (HESS), Brazil, is described with special emphasis on civil protection, agriculture and harbor applications, which are heavily dependent on present and future weather conditions between 30 min to 15 days time interval. There is an urgent need for weather services based on high-performance processing systems; ultra high resolution numerical weather prediction systems; higher spatial and temporal resolution monitoring systems; integrated environmental information systems; faster communications systems; and advanced science and technology to yield specific diagnostic and prognostic weather products. The main components of the HESS are described.