IDA Welcomes President Charles Richard

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IDA welcomes its new President, Adm. Charles A. Richard, USN (Ret.), who brings experience in academia and more than 40 years of service in the U.S. Navy as a career submariner, which culminated in his role as the Commander of U.S. Strategic Command. “I am deeply honored to join the IDA family and grateful for the opportunity lead an organization with such a notable reputation for excellence,” said Charles.

Tracking Tornado Forecasting and Warning Performance

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The National Weather Service issues tornado watches and warnings to the public and to local emergency managers who make critical safety decisions. Researchers at IDA recently reviewed how well the National Weather Service has been performing in its tornado forecasts and warnings.