Understanding Response Options in the Context of Historical Weather – Mapping a Methodology

• Gaps in observational data coverage • Multiple years of consistently sourced data are preferred; but not always available • Datasets must have consistent timescale and geographic coverage • A changing climate begs the question of how many years of past data are relevant to planning for the future and/or the need for periodic updates Determining response limitations requires identifying the response systems of interest, including general specifications regarding the equipment used and the response platform (vessel or aircraft).