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Brad Colman
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The AMS has had a lasting impact on me and my career; I am both thankful and humbled to have this opportunity to serve as its president. Over the more than 40 years that I have been a member, the scientific innovations and advances in weather and climate services have been nothing short of remarkable. The benefits to society are indisputable. The mission of the AMS is to promote and support this success and it does so through its excellent staff, leadership, and volunteers. As the vulnerabilities of the world are increasingly tested by extreme weather events, I am particularly thankful for the AMS community and proud of the tremendous value it brings to the nation and beyond.

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Glossary Term of the Week

Meteotsunami

Long-wave disturbances of the ocean surface driven by atmospheric pressure variations associated with fast-moving weather events such as thunderstormssqualls, and other storm fronts.

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