The next Shortwave IOP was also discussed during today' s meeting - it will most likely be held in conjunction with a Cloud IOP because of like measurement and aircraft needs. More news below. Water Vapor IOP Updates Activities from Today A wide array of cases have already been sampled during this IOP, making it a very valuable study period. Graeme Stephens has arrived on-site today.
Winds are up, so kite operations look promising.
Both Raman lidars are up and running. It will be desired to have full Water Vapor IOP operations, with the Citation, when the UAV Altus makes its 24-hour flight later this week. Due to increasing surface winds, the mission could be cut short. No cirrus will be moving into the area today, so conditions should be very good for the Water Vapor IOP tonight. The possiblity for cirrus this afternoon has diminished greatly as maximum moisture at upper-level is over the area and no cloud development has occurred.