Help Us Expand Global Lightning Detection with Nowcast
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Dear Windy.com users,
We're excited to support our partner nowcast (https://www.nowcast.de/en/) in expanding the coverage of their global lightning network, that provides real-time data to Windy. So if you are interested in helping Windy and you want to see real time lightnings in your region, then this opportunity is for you. Nowcast is seeking volunteers in specific regions to host sensors, which are crucial for improving lightning detection and safety measures.
Here are the regions where they need your help
- Northern India or Nepal
- Mexico, Costa Rica, or Panama
- Western Pacific, including the Mariana Islands, Guam, and Palau
- Japan
- North-western parts of South America (Ecuador, Peru, northern Chile, …)
- Southern USA (along the Border to Mexico till Florida)
Site Requirements:
- Location should be free from significant electrical noise (e.g., distant from transformer stations, large motors, or high-voltage power lines).
- The site should provide a small area (less than 4 sqm) for the antenna.
- An elevated, restricted area with a clear, unobstructed horizon at a 25° elevation angle.
- Ideally, access to power and internet (less than 20W power usage and below 50kbit/s for data).
Benefits to Hosts:
As a host, you will not be required to install, maintain, or repair the equipment. All installation and maintenance costs will be covered by nowcast. In return, you'll receive either non-commercial access to nowcast's web application, allowing you to monitor thunderstorm activity and receive customizable alerts about lightning activity around your location, or a financial compensation.
Also as mentioned above, by becoming a host, you will also support the integration of enhanced lightning coverage for these regions in the Windy.com, benefiting users worldwide.
We appreciate your involvement and support in this significant project to enhance global safety and weather awareness. If you're interested or know someone who might be, please get in touch with us.
Thank you for your support!
The Windy.com Team -
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@Suty Yes, if you want for Oman
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@WX-OM I already sent details to you in reply to your email message.
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@Suty Hi, I’d be happy to host lighting detector at Bir, Himachal Pradesh(North India).
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@Jigish-Gohil I already sent further details to your email address.
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@Suty I am located in Sialkot - North Eastern Punjab in Pakistan. I'd love to host a lightning detector at my loaction if it is applicable. Kindly let me know.
PS: Already running a Davis Pro2+, Davis Airlink, Tempest, and IQAir outdoor unit at my location for 2 years now. Along with a Davis Vue and another tempest both installed at 2 different locations. Both the Davis ones reporting to Windy as well.
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@Hatimrajput I already sent further details to your email address.
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i'm from Sonora Mexico. give me information
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@Suty Hello, ready to help from Panama. We alredy have other antenas for maritime and airtrafic.
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I m from Ghazipur up
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Hi, I am able to help in Panama City, Panama.
We are already hosting marine and aviation ADSB antenas.
- Alfredo
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Sir i am Interested from north Rajasthan (North India)
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Hi, I am interested in providing data from Cooch Behar (WB). (26.3456, 89.4471).
PS- I already host two ADS-B receivers which provide coverage of almost 200NM.
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Quiero saber como puedo solicitar un equipo para colaborar con ustedes. Mi correo es Luis.ramses@hotmail.com y vivo en la paz baja california sur. Mexico
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Reply if u need help in north india ,punjab region ,i have all the requirements to support above mention creteria
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@Suty i be happy to host , im from mexico , morelos yautepec
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@Suty Will be happy to host these sensors in my area (Punjab, North India)
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I am interested, I own a two floor building with 150sqm of open roof space near a lake in Gorakhpur, Uttarpradesh, India.
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@suryamall I am interested in this, I have open field, Aws weather station is already installed in my field, I will be very happy if lightning detector is installed.
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I would be happy to host. I’m in the mountains above Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico.
@Suty said in Help Us Expand Global Lightning Detection with Nowcast:
Dear Windy.com users,
We're excited to support our partner nowcast (https://www.nowcast.de/en/) in expanding the coverage of their global lightning network, that provides real-time data to Windy. So if you are interested in helping Windy and you want to see real time lightnings in your region, then this opportunity is for you. Nowcast is seeking volunteers in specific regions to host sensors, which are crucial for improving lightning detection and safety measures.
Here are the regions where they need your help
- Northern India or Nepal
- Mexico, Costa Rica, or Panama
- Western Pacific, including the Mariana Islands, Guam, and Palau
- Japan
Site Requirements:
- Location should be free from significant electrical noise (e.g., distant from transformer stations, large motors, or high-voltage power lines).
- The site should provide a small area (less than 4 sqm) for the antenna.
- An elevated, restricted area with a clear, unobstructed horizon at a 25° elevation angle.
- Ideally, access to power and internet (less than 20W power usage and below 50kbit/s for data).
Benefits to Hosts:
As a host, you will not be required to install, maintain, or repair the equipment. All installation and maintenance costs will be covered by nowcast. In return, you'll receive either non-commercial access to nowcast's web application, allowing you to monitor thunderstorm activity and receive customizable alerts about lightning activity around your location, or a financial compensation.
Also as mentioned above, by becoming a host, you will also support the integration of enhanced lightning coverage for these regions in the Windy.com, benefiting users worldwide.
We appreciate your involvement and support in this significant project to enhance global safety and weather awareness. If you're interested or know someone who might be, please get in touch with us.
Thank you for your support!
The Windy.com Team
