Modeling results from the HYSPLIT atmospheric transport and dispersion model

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Identification_Information:
Citation:
Citation_Information:
Originator:
Department of Commerce (DOC), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR), Air Resources Laboratory (ARL)
Publication_Date: 1997
Title:
Modeling results from the HYSPLIT atmospheric transport and dispersion model
Edition: Version 4
Publication_Information:
Publication_Place: College Park, MD
Publisher:
NOAA's Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research, Air Resources Laboratory (ARL)
Online_Linkage: <https://www.arl.noaa.gov/HYSPLIT_info.php>
Description:
Abstract:
The Air Resources Laboratorys HYbrid Single-Particle Lagrangian Integrated Trajectory (HYSPLIT) model is a complete system for computing both simple air parcel trajectories and complex dispersion and deposition simulations. The model calculation method is a hybrid between the Lagrangian approach, which uses a moving frame of reference as the air parcels move from their initial location, and the Eulerian approach, which uses a fixed three-dimensional grid as a frame of reference. In the model, advection and diffusion calculations are made in a Lagrangian framework following the transport of the air parcel, while pollutant concentrations are calculated on a fixed grid.
Through a joint effort between NOAA and Australias Bureau of Meteorology, the model uses advection algorithms, updated stability and dispersion equations, a graphical user interface, and the option to include modules for chemical transformations. HYSPLIT can be run interactively on ARLs READY (Real-time Environmental Applications and Display sYstem) web site, or it can be installed on a PC or LINUX workstation and run using a graphical user interface.
Purpose:
The model is designed to support a wide range of simulations related to the atmospheric transport and dispersion of pollutants and hazardous materials, as well as the deposition of these materials (such as mercury) to the Earths surface. Some of the applications include tracking and forecasting the release of radioactive material, volcanic ash, wildfire smoke, and pollutants from various stationary and mobile emission sources. Operationally, the model is used by NOAAs National Weather Service through the National Centers for Environmental Prediction and at local Weather Forecast Offices.
At the local/regional level, field forecasters regularly respond to requests for dispersion forecasts from state and local emergency managers. At the national level, the model is often applied to needs from the aviation industry and air quality regulators. Internationally, NOAA responds through its participation with the World Meteorological Organization and the International Atomic Energy Agency by providing dispersion model forecasts in the event of a large scale nuclear incident.
Time_Period_of_Content:
Time_Period_Information:
Range_of_Dates/Times:
Beginning_Date: 1997
Ending_Date: present
Currentness_Reference: ground condition
Status:
Progress: In work
Maintenance_and_Update_Frequency: continually
Spatial_Domain:
Bounding_Coordinates:
West_Bounding_Coordinate: -180
East_Bounding_Coordinate: 180
North_Bounding_Coordinate: 90.0
South_Bounding_Coordinate: -90.0
Keywords:
Theme:
Theme_Keyword_Thesaurus: GCMD SCIENCE PARAMETERS
Theme_Keyword: ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORIES > FIRE ADVISORIES > WILDFIRES
Theme_Keyword: ATMOSPHERE > AEROSOLS > DUST/ASH/SMOKE
Theme:
Theme_Keyword_Thesaurus: GCMD EARTH SCIENCE SERVICES
Theme_Keyword: MODELS > PHYSICAL/LABORATORY MODELS
Theme_Keyword: HAZARDS MANAGEMENT > DISASTER RESPONSE
Theme_Keyword:
ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORIES > WEATHER/CLIMATE ADVISORIES > DUST/ASH ADVISORIES
Theme_Keyword:
ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORIES > WEATHER/CLIMATE ADVISORIES > AIR QUALITY
Theme:
Theme_Keyword_Thesaurus: ANCILLARY KEYWORDS
Theme_Keyword: MODELS
Theme_Keyword: model
Place:
Place_Keyword_Thesaurus: GCMD
Place_Keyword: GEOGRAPHIC REGION > GLOBAL
Access_Constraints:
The un-registered version is available to the public at large, however registered version requires a formal affiliation with one of the following institutions engaged in atmospheric sciences or in the provision of atmospheric operational products, and whose credentials we can verify: government, commercial, eductional, or non-profit. Balloonist may submit proof of membership in a ballooning organization to be considered for access to the registered version of HYSPLIT. The only difference between the registered and un-registered versions is that the registered version will run on current forecast meteorological data.
Use_Constraints:
The recipient may NOT redistribute the model software without permission from the NOAA ARL (arl.webmaster@noaa.gov). The recipient may not knowingly redistribute their account information (username and password) to anyone and shall honor all disclaimers and other limitations of liability.
If HYSPLIT dispersion model results are based on FORECAST meteorological data obtained from the NOAA ARL, the recipient may not redistribute the model results outside of his/her organization, nor to the public-at-large, without permission from the NOAA ARL (arl.webmaster@noaa.gov). HYSPLIT results produced using ARCHIVE data do not need permission to redistribute. In addition, any electronic redistribution or non-peer reviewed publication of HYSPLIT products requires a copy or link to the agreement on our web site at <https://www.ready.noaa.gov/HYSPLIT_agreement.php>.
The recipient shall provide a citation to the NOAA Air Resources Laboratory in any publications, presentations, or other derivative works that result from the use of HYSPLIT. Examples of such a citation are available on the on-line HYSPLIT web page.
Appropriate versions of the following are recommended:
Citation Draxler, R.R. and Rolph, G.D., 2010. HYSPLIT (HYbrid Single-Particle Lagrangian Integrated Trajectory) Model access via NOAA ARL READY Website (<https://www.ready.noaa.gov/HYSPLIT.php>). NOAA Air Resources Laboratory, College Park, MD.
Rolph, G.D., 2010. Real-time Environmental Applications and Display sYstem (READY) Website (<https://www.ready.noaa.gov>). NOAA Air Resources Laboratory, College Park, MD.
Acknowledgment The authors gratefully acknowledge the NOAA Air Resources Laboratory (ARL) for the provision of the HYSPLIT transport and dispersion model and/or READY website (<https://www.arl.noaa.gov/ready.php>) used in this publication.
Point_of_Contact:
Contact_Information:
Contact_Organization_Primary:
Contact_Organization:
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR), Air Resources Laboratory (ARL)
Contact_Address:
Address_Type: mailing and physical address
Address: NCWCP- R/ARL, 5830 University Research Ct.
City: College Park
State_or_Province: MD
Postal_Code: 20740-3818
Country: USA
Contact_Electronic_Mail_Address: arl.webmaster@noaa.gov
Data_Quality_Information:
Attribute_Accuracy:
Attribute_Accuracy_Report:
Scientific publications addressing the model validation are available at: <https://www.arl.noaa.gov/HYSPLIT_pubs.php>
Logical_Consistency_Report:
The model uses gridded meteorological data from NOAA NCEP as input to compute the transport and dispersion of pollutants.
Completeness_Report:
Scientific publications about the model are available at: <https://www.arl.noaa.gov/HYSPLIT_pubs.php>
Lineage:
Process_Step:
Process_Description: Not available.
Process_Date: 1997 through present
Process_Contact:
Contact_Information:
Contact_Organization_Primary:
Contact_Organization:
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR), Air Resources Laboratory (ARL)
Contact_Address:
Address_Type: mailing and physical address
Address: NCWCP - R/ARL, 5830 University Research Ct.
City: College Park
State_or_Province: MD
Postal_Code: 20740-3818
Country: USA
Contact_Electronic_Mail_Address: arl.webmaster@noaa.gov
Distribution_Information:
Distributor:
Contact_Information:
Contact_Organization_Primary:
Contact_Organization:
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR), Air Resources Laboratory (ARL)
Contact_Address:
Address_Type: mailing and physical address
Address: NCWCP - R/ARL, 5830 University Research Ct.
City: College Park
State_or_Province: MD
Postal_Code: 20740-3818
Country: USA
Contact_Electronic_Mail_Address: arl.webmaster@noaa.gov
Resource_Description: Model execuatables, maps, animations, reference information
Distribution_Liability: None
Standard_Order_Process:
Digital_Form:
Digital_Transfer_Information:
Format_Name: HYSPLIT Model executables
Format_Version_Number: 4+
Format_Version_Date: 1997+
Digital_Transfer_Option:
Online_Option:
Computer_Contact_Information:
Network_Address:
Network_Resource_Name: <https://www.ready.noaa.gov/HYSPLIT.php>
Fees: None
Metadata_Reference_Information:
Metadata_Date: 20101018
Metadata_Contact:
Contact_Information:
Contact_Organization_Primary:
Contact_Organization:
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR), Air Resources Laboratory (ARL)
Contact_Address:
Address_Type: mailing and physical address
Address: NCWCP - R/ARL, 5830 University Research Ct.
City: College Park
State_or_Province: MD
Postal_Code: 20740-3818
Country: USA
Contact_Electronic_Mail_Address: arl.webmaster@noaa.gov
Metadata_Standard_Name: FGDC Content Standards for Digital Geospatial Metadata
Metadata_Standard_Version: FGDC-STD-001-1998
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