# Hurricane Ophelia Simulator - Tasks #3, at 14 UTC

## Task List: Weather forecasting and warnings

### Question #4a

A government official is on the phone and he is asking for a short report on the weather condition and threat tomorrow. Since earlier this year the remains of Hurricane Gert and Nate brought heavy rainfall the main concern is flooding. At the end of your conversation there is a big decision to make: "Should tomorrow be a nationwide Severe Weather Warning ?"

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The best answer is:

Hurricane Ophelia, now cat. 3, is on the path towards Ireland, however I am expecting it to weaken, especially before reaching our shores from the south. Hurricanes usually bring heavy rainfall, however this time the expected rain amounts will not be too abundant. Locally heavy rain showers will occur, mostly in coastal regions of southwest and west.
The biggest threat is wind. Gale force wind is expected, up to 45 m/s, especially in the southern parts. This is a life threatening situation and there should be a nationwide Severe Weather Warning.

### Question #4b

Before issuing any official government statement you receive another telephone call: "When do you expect the weather to normalize?"

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The best answer is:

The wind will start picking up the speed during the night. Ophelia is expected to reach Irish shores by mid day and will be moving over Ireland through the remainder of the day. By day after tomorrow, October 17th, weather conditions will be much calmer.

When you answer all the questions and when you are sure you are finished you can click 'Finish your tasks!'.

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