Introduction

In these exercises we will look at a case study of the interaction between a Hurricane and Atlantic cut-off low in the context of ensemble forecasting. During the course of the exercises, we will explore the scientific rationale for using forecast ensembles, why they are necessary and how ensemble forecasts can be visualized. In this interesting case study, the HyMEX field campaign was also underway. We will see how the forecast products were used during this campaign.

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