AWWA JAW20884
Journal AWWA - Water Utility Makes Use of National Weather Service Radar
Journal Article by American Water Works Association , 06/01/1987
Gerwin, Stephen C.
Most Recent
Most Recent
Language:
-
-
Available Formats
- Options
- Availability
- Priced From ( in USD )
-
Available Formats
-
- Secure PDF 🔒
- Immediate download
- $30.00
- Add to Cart
-
- Printed Edition
- Ships in 1-2 business days
- $30.00
- Add to Cart
Customers Who Bought This Also Bought
-
AWWA JAW17284
Priced From $30.00 -
AWWA JAW20881
Priced From $30.00 -
AWWA JAW20882
Priced From $30.00 -
AWWA JAW20883
Priced From $30.00
About This Item
Full Description
The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) has tied into the National Weather Service radar system to take measures against the disruptions in water service caused by power outages during frequent severe summer thunderstorms. Advance warnings of potential outages enable the utility to fill elevated storage tanks to maximal capacities, and pumping can be done during offpeak periods when electric rates are lower. In addition, repair crews can be stationed at strategic locations in advance of storms so that they do not have to travel long distances to reach affected facilities. The WSSC purchased receiving equipment for the weather information, but the information itself is furnished free of charge by the National Weather Service. Includes figures.
