| Acronym | Meaning |
| HPD | Hourly Precipitation Data |
| ERDA | Energy Research And Development Administration |
| GSN | Global Seismic Network |
| ASCOT | Atmospheric Studies In Complex Terrain |
| DERF | Dynamic Extended Range Forecasting |
| ASH CAN | Project Ash Can |
| ODW | Omega Dropwindsonde |
| OS | Oceanography Section |
| ACNFS | Advisory Committee On Nuclear Facility Safety |
| NEWS | National Extreme Weather Systems |