World Meteorological Day - 23rd March
Posted Sat, 23 Mar 2013 14:40:01 GMT by Michael Evans
The World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) was created on 23rd March 1950 and in 1951 it was designated as being a specialised agency within the United Nations System. There are now 191 members of the worldwide meteorological community. World Meteorological Day is celebrated each year on the anniversayr of WMO's creation. The theme chosen for 2013 is, Watching the weather to protect life and property. This theme highlights the part that WMO plays in the reduction of casualties and damage from weather, climate and water-related hazards.
World Meteorological Day - 23rd March