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VCP's (Volume Coverage Patterns) are volumetric scanning strategies in which the antenna not only scans near the ground, but raises through multiple elevation angles to obtain data in the vertical. This gives forecasters a better picture of the depth and intensity of storms, and is particularly useful when there are storms near the radar.
WMO location is International four-letter location indicator (CCCC) of the originating station or center from the bulletin published in WMO-No. 9, Volume C1.
Find out moreWMO Telecommunications Abbreaviated Heading TTAAii from WMO No. 386 Manual on the Global Telecommunication System
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