Valid Time Event Code

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-002957",
  "term": "Valid Time Event Code",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "(VTEC) - The Valid Time Event Code (VTEC) always is used in conjunction with, and provides supplementary information to, the Universal Geographic Code (UGC), to further aid in the automated delivery of National Weather Service text products to users. The VTEC is included in many event driven or non-routine products and in some routine Marine forecasts. The VTEC provides information on the event, while the UGC describes the affected geographic area.",
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/valid-time-event-code/"
}