Tropical Analysis and Forecast Branch

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-002853",
  "term": "Tropical Analysis and Forecast Branch",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "One of three branches of the Tropical Prediction Center (TPC). It provides year-round products involving marine forecasting, aviation forecasts and warnings (SIGMETs), and surface analyses. The unit also provides satellite interpretation and satellite rainfall estimates for the international community. In addition, TAFB provides support to NHC through manpower and tropical cyclone intensity estimates from the Dvorak technique.",
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/tropical-analysis-and-forecast-branch/"
}