Closing the Early Warning Gap with Metcheck

March 25, 2025

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Every year on the 23rd of March, the world comes together to recognise World Meteorological Day. This day highlights the critical role or meteorology in safeguarding livelihoods. This year's theme is "closing the early warning gap together" which ensures that individuals, businesses, and governments around the world have access to timely, accurate weather information to prepare for changing and life-threatening conditions.

Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and severe which is why early warnings are more important than ever. Did you know, a decade ago only 52 countries reported having multi-hazard early warning systems? By 2025, that number has doubled to 108 but even so, nearly half the world is still unprotected. This gap can expose many communities to the risk of storms, floods, heatwaves, and other extreme weather events. The timely and accurate capability of meteorological data can be the difference between preparation and catastrophe. Making early warnings universally available will help create a safer and more prosperous future.

Metcheck has been dedicated to providing quality meteorological instruments for over forty years. We provide instruments and supplies that allow home users and professionals to access quality, affordable tools such as:

Barographs- Barographs are useful for recording atmospheric pressure trends over time. They can be used to identify incoming storms and changes in weather patterns. A sudden drop in atmospheric pressure can indicate the approach of severe storms.

Rain Gauges- Rain Gauges are important tools for monitoring precipitation, which is important for flood prevention and drought assessments, making a great addition to any garden. For more information, check out our blog "How Rain Gauge Data Predicts Future Trends."

Hygrometers- Hygrometers measure the relative humidity of the air, which is important for predicting fog, heat stress, and storm development. Specifically, high humidity is an indicator of increased thunderstorm risk, and low humidity can help indicate wildfire risks.

Thermometers- Both high and low temperatures can be hazardous to health, making thermometers a life-saving tool. Manual models allow users to track minimum and maximum readings over time, while digital models provide real-time readings and high/low alarms. These features are especially useful for monitoring extreme heatwaves and frost conditions.

On this World Meteorological Day, we reaffirm our commitment to closing the early warning gap. The right tools make all the difference in being prepared for extreme weather conditions. Browse Metcheck's range of high-quality meteorological equipment and take control of your weather preparedness. When it comes to extreme weather, data is key and early warnings save lives. For more information on how to join the movement, visit the WMO website.