National Weather Service
Definition
The National Weather Service (NWS) is a U.S. federal agency within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) that provides weather, hydrologic, oceanographic, and climate forecasts, warnings, and analyses for the protection of life and property across the United States, its territories, and adjacent waters.
It operates the world's largest civilian weather observation, forecasting, and warning network, utilizing radars, satellites, and automated surface stations to monitor atmospheric conditions.
Examples
The National Weather Service nailed their Texas flood forecast so perfectly that locals had just enough time to reflect on it afterward.
Kudos to the National Weather Service for their prescient Texas deluge warnings, delivered right on cue with the rising waters.
Residents praised the National Weather Service's crystal-clear predictions during the 2025 Texas floods, ideal for post-event analysis.
The National Weather Service's impeccable timing on those deadly Texas rains kept everyone guessing until the very last drop.