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During 2000, NOAA celebrated its 30th
anniversary as a federal agency.
The information contained on this site was created as part of that
celebration.
In
celebration of our 30 Years of Public Service, we've picked 30 interesting
facts about different NOAA line offices. Use the menu below or click
on a link to learn more...
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National
Weather Service
The
National Weather Service (NWS) is the U.S. federal agency charged
with providing weather, water, and climate warnings and forecasts.
We are a team of dedicated individuals who daily continue our
tradition of service above self. Over the last several years,
our collective focus has been on delivering necessary products
and services while completing the myriad of activities associated
with the NWS modernization and restructuring. Our new observing
systems (space, radar, and ground); modern information technology
assets; and training programs have combined to improve the quality
of our products. By working with key partners, especially the
emergency management community, we have been striving to ensure
our products and services are responsive to the needs of the
American public. |
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The
National Marine Fisheries Service
The
National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) or "NOAA Fisheries"
is a part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
(NOAA). NMFS administers NOAA's programs which support the domestic
and international conservation and management of living marine
resources. NMFS provides services and products to support domestic
and international fisheries management operations, fisheries
development, trade and industry assistance activities, enforcement,
protected species and habitat conservation operations, and the
scientific and technical aspects of NOAA's marine fisheries
program. |
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National
Ocean Service
The
National Ocean Service, a part of the National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) approaches the 21st century
with a clear vision--that our coasts and oceans enjoy robust
health, provide a rich bounty of resources and are wisely
managed to endure competing uses. As the nation's principal
advocate for coastal and ocean stewardship, the National Ocean
Service develops the national foundation for coastal and ocean
science, management, response, restoration, and navigation.
The National Ocean Service maintains its leadership role in
coastal stewardship by bridging the gap between science, management,
and public policy.
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National
Environmental Satellite Data and Information Service
The NOAA NESDIS mission is to provide and ensure timely
access to global environmental data from satellites and other
sources to promote, protect, and enhance the Nation’s economy,
security, environment, and quality of life. To fulfill its responsibilities
NESDIS acquires and manages the Nation’s operational environmental
satellites, provides data and information services, and conducts
related research. |
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Office
of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research
The Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research, the primary
research arm of NOAA, conducts and directs research in atmospheric,
coastal, marine, and space sciences through its own laboratories
and programs, and through networks of university-based programs.
The principal divisions of OAR are the NOAA Research Laboratories,
the National Sea Grant College Program, the National Undersea
Research Program, and the Office of Global Programs. |
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