Below are summarised ways in which the increased spatial and temporal resolution and the additional channels of Himawari-8 can assist the Forecaster in detecting, nowcasting and forecasting this meteorological phenomenon. Further information including case study animations etc. can be obtained by clicking on those points highlighted in bold in the below table.
Spatial Resolution |
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Temporal Resolution |
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Additional Channels |
Generally dust has a bright pink colour in the Dust RGB product which makes it easy to track the cloud, especially because the dust signal contrasts well with the colours of other clouds and the earth's surface. This will permit:
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(to be added soon)