World Meteorology Day is celebrated every year on 23 March, following a convention of the United Nations and the World Meteorological Organization. This year the day is dedicated to Early Warning and Early Action, Hydrometeorological and Climate Information for Disaster Risk Reduction.
The following is an excerpt from the WMO website:
"Extreme weather events are occurring more frequently and more intensely in many parts of the world as a result of climate change. Most of us are more exposed than ever to multiple related risks, which are evolving as a result of population growth, urbanisation and environmental degradation. Weather forecasts are no longer enough. Predictions based on the impacts that weather will create are vital to save lives and livelihoods. However, one in three people are still not adequately covered by early warning systems. Greater coordination between national meteorological and hydrological services, disaster management authorities and development actors is fundamental to better prevention, preparedness and response.
COVID-19 has complicated the challenges facing society and weakened response mechanisms. The pandemic has also highlighted that, in our interconnected world, we need to adopt a truly cross-border approach to make progress towards the global goals for climate action, disaster risk reduction and sustainable development. Being prepared and able to act at the right time, in the right place, can save many lives and protect the livelihoods of communities everywhere, both now and in the future. Therefore, World Meteorology Day, 23 March 2022, has the theme "Early Warning and Early Action" and highlights the vital importance of Hydrometeorological and Climate Information to reduce the risk of disasters."
On the occasion of World Meteorology Day, the Management and Staff of the Department of Meteorology, Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment, wish the global community of meteorologists a happy birthday and at the same time, assure the community and all recipients of their services of the continuous efforts to upgrade and improve these services.
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