Presentation- Mapping the Pacific And Weather Patterns

When
Wednesday, January 25, 2006
7:00pm

Location
Aquarium of the Pacific

Directions
Click here for directions on MapQuest

Description
Dr. Bill Patzert of NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) will explain how satellite technology is used to map the Earth's oceans, providing a vital tool for oceanographers, meteorologists, and climatologists. Patzert will discuss how oceans affect our weather and climate and govern the El Niño/La Niña phenomena. Monitoring such conditions such as last winter's unexpected rains, he has improved long-term global weather and climate forecasts. Patzert with discuss impacts of El Niño, La Niña, and even longer-term climate trends in Southern California, the United States, and the world.

Requirements
$7 for the general public and $4 for Aquarium members. Free for Pacific Circle Members. Does not include Aquarium admission

More Info
http://www.aquariumofpacific.org/NEWS_EVENTS/01_06/oceanweather.htm

For more info call (562) 437-FISH (3474)

Aquarium of the Pacific
562-590-3100
http://www.aquariumofpacific.org/