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NORMAN, Okla. - Representatives from the Oklahoma Climatological Survey and the University of Oklahoma College of Atmospheric and Geographic Sciences presented recommendations for a comprehensive modernization of the Croatian Meteorological and Hydrological Service (DHMZ - Državni hidrometeorološki zavod) to the government of the Republic of Croatia in Zagreb, Croatia, on June 18.
"The modernization of the DHMZ and its resulting dividends are essential if the Republic is to become an economic force in the European Union," said Ken Crawford, Oklahoma Climatological Survey director.
Throughout this yearlong study, a diverse team of meteorological experts, led by Crawford, evaluated the weather monitoring equipment now in place throughout Croatia and the forecasting techniques currently in use by the DHMZ. The team developed a plan to modernize all aspects of the Republic's monitoring, analysis, forecasting and warning systems. The goal was to develop a roadmap to better services for the citizens of Croatia during a time of global environmental change to strengthen public safety and support growth of the Croatian economy.
"Establishing a state-of-the art monitoring and prediction system will project Croatia into a leadership position with its partners, particularly in central and southeastern Europe," said Ivan Čačić, director of the DHMZ.
The final report for the "Meteorological and Hydrological Service Modernization Project in the Republic of Croatia" includes 10 cross-cutting recommendations that will contribute toward saving more lives, protecting property, reducing costs through advanced management techniques and enhancing economic development throughout Croatia.
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