From Forecast to Action: How the National Weather Service Transforms Emergency Response

In this episode of Domestic Preparedness: The Podcast, host Nicolette Phillips sits down with National Weather Service Director Kenneth Graham to explore how the nation’s premier weather agency is transforming the way it supports emergency management and public safety. Drawing on decades of frontline forecasting experience, Graham shares how the Weather Service is shifting from simply issuing forecasts to delivering real-time, decision-focused support directly to those on the front lines. From hurricanes and floods to wildfires and emerging AI-driven forecasting tools, discover how stronger partnerships, innovative technology, and a renewed focus on actionable intelligence are helping communities better prepare for and respond to extreme weather.