PROTEX Weather is the first of its kind in Canada to run a fully public Storm Spotter Volunteer Program.

 

Our talented storm spotters networked across the province confirm in the field what satellites and radars see in the atmosphere, giving the public a second set of eyes at ground zero. This aids in improving lead times and the warning process as a whole, allowing more accurate watches and warnings to be issued to the public - building safer communities and saving lives/property in the process.

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Who is eligible and how do I get started?

 

PROTEX encourages anyone over the age of 16 with an interest in weather and/or community service to join the OSSP. Volunteers include dispatchers, emergency service workers, photographers, meteorologists, highschool/university students and general citizens.

 

Ready to learn more? Our monthly virtual training webinar is free and typically lasts roughly

1-2 hours.

 

During our webinar, you'll learn:

* Rudiments of Thunderstorm Development

* Fundamentals of Storm Structure

* Identifying Severe Weather Characteristics

* What Information to Report

* How to Report 

* Severe Weather Safety

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For more information on registering for a virtual training webinar, please visit this link or email us at protexwx@gmail.com.