Columbia Weather Systems

  🚰 Do you work in the Water/Wastewater Treatment industry? Whether you are managing water supply, wastewater, or storm water, on-site weather monitoring equipment can be a critical tool in making informed decisions to improve operations. 📔 In our “5 Reasons Smart Water Utilities Need a Weather Station” resource, we’ll tell you how. Click here to read the details of out how on-site weather data can be a valuable asset to your water operations. Weather monitoring equipment can provide data to make water operations more effective. 

On the afternoon of April 12, 1934, the Mount Washington Observatory recorded the highest natural wind gust on the Earth’s surface at 231 miles per hour. Every year, National Big Wind Day is celebrated on April 12 to commemorate the significant day. 🌬 ️ Is wind data important to your business operations? We offer a variety of accurate, reliable wind sensors. Let us help you find what works best for your needs  - Give us a call today or email sales@columbiaweather.com . Photos courtesy of Mount Washington Observatory

 “Extreme weather conditions are becoming more common in more places in the country. These conditions can take a toll on not only the members who operate on the scene, but on the equipment that’s used as well,” writes Michael Daley in a recent issue of Firehouse Magazine .  While winter weather is hopefully winding down across the United States and Canada, it is not too early to begin preparing for next year’s extreme cold temperatures and stormy winds.  As we all know, freezing temperatures and high winds can onset very quickly. Response conditions can go from operational to dangerous in moments. How will you know?  Weather conditions can impact response and on-scene considerations such as driving conditions, access to hydrants, and even fire behavior.  “It’s advisable to stay tuned to the most up-to-date weather reports for your response area. There are many options for immediate weather conditions …” Daley suggests.  There is no substitute for real-time meteorological data from an o