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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration  

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  • The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is a scientific agency that studies the conditions of the oceans and the atmosphere. NOAA issues warnings of dangerous weather, charts seas and skies, guides the use and protection of ocean and coastal resources, and conducts research to improve understanding and preservation of the environment. [Source: Encyclopedia of Global Warming & Climate Change; National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration]

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