Vaisala Global Lightning Dataset GLD360

This is a service that provides real-time lightning data from around the world!

The Vaisala Global Lightning Dataset GLD360 is a service that provides real-time lightning data to assist in the accurate and rapid detection and tracking of severe weather. It offers unparalleled long-range data with high positional accuracy. Currently, long-range detection of severe weather is limited due to data gaps. These significant data gaps can lead to delays or lack of warnings for people, vessels, and aircraft. The data provided by GLD360 is generated through a global network owned and operated by Vaisala. It can fill data gaps within radar range, significantly improving forecasting and early warning capabilities for open seas, thunderstorms, and low-pressure systems. This not only enhances safety but also improves the optimization of transportation routes. GLD360 has no data gaps. Unlike satellites and radar, it provides uniform coverage of the world. It detects ground lightning instantaneously and delivers data within two minutes. For more details, please contact us or refer to the catalog.

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**Features** ○ Detection of lightning occurrences worldwide → A global and accurate service that provides real-time understanding of lightning occurrence areas → No data gaps like those found in satellites or radar ○ Offered as an integrated service → No equipment costs, devices, or maintenance required ○ Delivery starts within one week → Data collection begins within one week, enabling early service improvements for end users ○ Exceptional accuracy → Performance surpassing long-range lightning detection systems, including satellites, while minimizing day/night effects ○ Lightning data consists of ground lightning information, lightning flash information, and inter-cloud lightning information for target cloud layers ○ Lightning data files include the following information (minimum configuration) → Date and time (UTC with millisecond precision) → Latitude and longitude (location) → Maximum amplitude (kA) → Polarity (+/-) ● For more details, please contact us or refer to the catalog.