Western launches Canadian Severe Storms Laboratory with $20M investment

Western University has launched its Canadian Severe Storms Laboratory (CSSL), which is supported by a $20M investment from ImpactWX. The funding will advance the study of atmospheric science—including thunderstorms, hail, and flash floods—with the goal of mitigating damage and improving the safety and wellbeing of all Canadians. “The CSSL will greatly improve severe and extreme weather detection and documentation across the country while mitigating harm to Canadians and their properties,” said Western CSSL Founding Director Greg Kopp. The London Free Press reports that, over the next decade, the CSSL will embark on a study flash floods in Canada.

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