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Science of Storm Chasing: Doppler on Wheels
Designed and built by veteran meteorologist Josh Wurman, the DOW is a mobile radar station that serves as the command center for the chase vehicles.
Added: Dec 1, 2008
Views: 8318 Views
Runtime: 01:21
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