Sferic Lightning Data provides real-time and historical lightning strike information, including in-cloud and cloud-to-ground activity. It supports safety, risk management, and analytics with precise strike metadata and flexible delivery formats for integration into operational systems and research platforms.
Vendor
Earth Networks
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Sferic Lightning Data
Sferic Lightning Data from Earth Networks delivers comprehensive real-time and historical lightning information using the proprietary Total Lightning Network. It captures both in-cloud and cloud-to-ground strikes, offering detailed insights such as strike location, time, cloud height, and multiplicity. This data supports operational safety, risk management, and scientific research across industries through flexible delivery formats and integration options.
Features
- Total Lightning Detection: Includes both in-cloud and cloud-to-ground lightning strikes.
- Strike Metadata: Provides details like time, location, cloud height, and multiplicity.
- Live Data Feed: Continuous stream of lightning data in binary, JSON, UALF, or CSV formats.
- Historical Archive: Access up to 180+ days of lightning data via Sferic Maps or API.
- Flexible Access: Data available through APIs, downloadable files, or integrated platforms.
Capabilities
- Real-Time Monitoring: Enables immediate response to lightning threats in operational areas.
- Event Analysis: Supports post-event reviews and forensic investigations.
- Integration with Sferic Maps: Visualize lightning activity alongside other weather layers.
- Custom Location Tracking: Define specific areas for targeted lightning data collection.
Benefits
- Enhanced Safety: Helps protect personnel and assets from lightning-related hazards.
- Operational Efficiency: Supports timely decisions for evacuations and shutdowns.
- Data-Driven Insights: Improves forecasting, planning, and risk modeling.
- Scalable Solutions: Suitable for small sites to enterprise-wide deployments.