Protecting Life and Property Help NOAA Weather Sites Stay Online During Government Impasse

A little less than 24 hours ago, the government officially shutdown as a result of the impasse that has developed between the House of Representatives, Senate, and White House. While many government functions have been stopped including several NOAA web sites, the National Weather Service web site and National Hurricane Center web site are still online since they are crucial to protecting life and property. So, we will still be able to get the latest weather information and warnings as well as the latest information on Tropical Storm Jerry and a disturbance in the Western Caribbean.