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John E. Jones Jr., Deputy Director, National Weather Service Headquarters:

John Jones describes how the modernization of NOAA's National Weather Service will benefit the general public. Click to listen. See his full biography.

Jones shares his advice for those seeking a career in meteorology or any other profession.

 

Renee Roberta FairRenee Roberta Fair, Meteorologist-in-Charge, Little Rock, Ark. Forecast Office:

When tornadoes ravaged parts of President Clinton's home state of Arkansas Jan. 21- 22, 1999, the staff of the Little Rock Forecast Office led the National Weather Service's efforts to warn the public and keep track of the storms. See her full biography.

Fair describes the development of the deadly tornadoes that struck the state.

Fair tells how the Little Rock Forecast Office handled the tornado outbreak.

Fair tells of her reaction in being appointed Meteorologist-in-Charge (MIC).

Fair talks about being a female meteorologist.

Fair shares career tips.