Which organization transmits weather forecasts and issues small craft advisories?

Which organization transmits weather forecasts and issues small craft advisories?

• A. National Weather Service (NWS)
• B. Marinas and Yacht Clubs
• C. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
• D. SCM Staff

Answer: (C)

NOAA oversees the entire system that provides weather information to the public, including forecasts and warnings. Its main operational arm for weather data is the National Weather Service, which actually produces the official forecasts and small craft advisories used by mariners. So, selecting NOAA reflects the organization responsible for these broadcasts at the national level, with the National Weather Service acting as the practical source of the forecasts and advisories. Marinas, yacht clubs, and SCM staff do not issue official weather advisories.

NOAA oversees the entire system that provides weather information to the public, including forecasts and warnings. Its main operational arm for weather data is the National Weather Service, which actually produces the official forecasts and small craft advisories used by mariners. So, selecting NOAA reflects the organization responsible for these broadcasts at the national level, with the National Weather Service acting as the practical source of the forecasts and advisories. Marinas, yacht clubs, and SCM staff do not issue official weather advisories.