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It's now easier than ever to be a part of weather research!
We've just launched the mPING app for both iPhone
and Android users and it's totally free.
PING, which stands for Precipitation Identification
Near the Ground, is a research project by the
NOAA National Severe Storms Lab
and the University of Oklahoma.
With the mobile app, you can send us your
weather observations on the go.
Are snowflakes fallin' on your head?
Is hail hitting your car?
Just select what type of precipitation is falling and press submit.
It's that easy! It takes about 5 seconds and it's anonymous.
Reports can then be viewed online.
Our scientists will compare your report with
what the radar has detected.
This helps us develop new radar technologies and techniques.
Download the app today, share your reports
and let's work together to make our Nation weather-ready!
Learn more here and follow us.