Key goals
- Information ecosystem mapping to improve the delivery of EW services.
- Capacity building and technical assistance.
Progress to date
The Flood Forecasting Task Force was created to sustain operational capacity of agencies built under the assignment. The taskforce conducts information ecosystem mapping to improve EW services and make recommendations for improving warning effectiveness. On-the-job training is provided to Sierra Leone Meteorological Agency (SLMet) and National Water Resources Management Agency (NWRMA) staff. A long-term training program covers core meteorology and hydrology for existing and newly recruited staff. Evidence shows the delivery of the Flood Guidance messaging service, which is impact-based and has reasonable accuracy. The team is exploring how to refine the system using better data and modeling to achieve a level of accuracy that can be communicated with key stakeholders.