Optimal spatial scales for seasonal forecasts over Africa

Optimal spatial scales for seasonal forecasts over Africa

The availability of seasonal weather forecast information in Africa has potential to provide advanced early warning of rainfall variability, informing preparedness actions to minimise adverse impacts. Obtaining accurate forecast information for the spatial scales at which decisions are made is vital...

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Main Authors:	Matthew Young, Viola Heinrich, Emily Black, Dagmawi Asfaw
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	IOP Publishing 2020-01-01
Series:	Environmental Research Letters
Subjects:	africa seasonal forecasts drought monitoring early warning rainfall
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1088/1748-9326/ab94e9

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