Investigating 3D and 4D variational rapid-update-cycling assimilation of weather radar reflectivity for a heavy rain event in central Italy

<p>Forecasting precipitation over the Mediterranean basin is still a challenge because of the complex orographic region that amplifies the need for local observation to correctly initialize the forecast. In this context, data assimilation techniques play a key role in improving the initial co...

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Main Authors: V. Mazzarella, R. Ferretti, E. Picciotti, F. S. Marzano
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Copernicus Publications 2021-09-01
Series:Natural Hazards and Earth System Sciences
Online Access:https://nhess.copernicus.org/articles/21/2849/2021/nhess-21-2849-2021.pdf