The diagram illustrates how weather information is collected by the Australian Bureau of Meteorology in order to provide accurate and up-to-date weather forecasts. As shown in the illustration, weather data is gathered from three main sources: satellites, radar systems and drifting buoys. The collected information is then analysed before weather forecasts are prepared and broadcast to the public.
As can be seen from the diagram, weather information is collected using three different types of sources, namely satellites, radar and drifting buoys. The raw data obtained from satellites is basically in the form of photographs, while radar systems provide information about weather conditions. In addition, drifting buoys collect relevant data from the surrounding environment. These three types of information are subsequently fed into a computer system, where they are analysed and processed to produce weather forecasts.
After the weather information has been analysed, the resulting forecasts are broadcast through various forms of public media, including television, radio and telephone services. The final information concerning the weather is provided to the public through TV news, radio broadcasts and recorded announcements, as well as through telephone services.