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GSL is one of NOAA's premier research laboratories delivering solutions through global forecast systems. With a history of research transitioned to operations and world-renowned expertise, GSL accomplishes NOAA's mission of science, service, and stewardship. The impacts of GSL's work can be seen everywhere, helping to save lives and property.

HRRR Smoke model on CNN

GSL uses research, technology, and expertise to meet the environmental decision-making needs of the nation.
GSL-developed technology helps the National Weather Service and emergency managers respond to weather threats quickly.
GSL-developed models provide real-time support during wildfire emergency operations.
GSL-developed models help guide air quality alerts.
GSL-developed data delivery and decision support systems are the cornerstone of operations in all 122 NWS forecast offices.
The GSL-developed HRRR forecast model is the only hourly-updated forecast in the world that is proven to predict weather hazards for individual neighborhoods
GSL developed the weather data collection system that benefits all users of smart-phone weather apps.