1. Coming to Georgia May 1, 2008 OK, that’s nice...
CoCoRaHS
Coming to Georgia May 1, 2008
OK, that’s nice...

2. ...so what is CoCoRaHS?
Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and Snow Network
A nationwide network of volunteer observers who measure precipitation

3. 27 states currently part of network
Adding at least 9 more by end of 2008
Started in 1998 after devastating flood in Ft. Collins, CO

5. How is CoCoRaHS different?
Very high density network
Precipitation only

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11. What does a CoCoRaHS observer do?
Uses standard 4” rain gauge
Takes daily rainfall
measurement each morning
Enters data on CoCoRaHS
website

12. What does a CoCoRaHS observer do?
May also measure snow depth and water content of snow

13. What does a CoCoRaHS observer do?
Observers may also submit special reports of heavy rain, snow and hail
These reports go directly to the National Weather Service to help with storm and flash flood warnings

14. Behold the high-tech hail measurement system:

15. What does a CoCoRaHS observer do?
Observer gatherings that combine fun and education

16. How do I sign up? Register at CoCoRaHS website (www.cocorahs.org)
Take observer training

17. What can I do in the meantime?
Browse CoCoRaHS website (
View online training
presentation
Obtain and set up
4” rain gauge

18. Help Wanted County coordinators Regional coordinators State?!
Sponsors/Funding
Publicity

19. For more information, please contact
Chris McGehee (KL0UD):
(770)