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Technical Specification

NEXRAD Integration

v2.0-PRO
Operational
Last Updated: Mar 19, 2026
NEXRAD (Next-Generation Radar) data is pulled via Iowa State University WMS and RainViewer APIs. The system reconciles multiple data streams to provide a unified radar view. ### Technical Specs - Protocol: WMS 1.3.0 / XYZ Tiled Metadata - Refresh Rate: 5-minute interval (Level II equivalent) - Resolution: 1km per pixel (Regional Mode) - Coverage: Full CONUS and select Atlantic basins

Protocol Note

All data interactions are subject to AES-256 encryption and role-based auditing.

Compliance

Verified against NWS Operational Standards v4.2 under Nexora platform guidelines.