An Investigation of Clouds and Precipitation for the Texas High Plains Page: 3
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Section V is an investigation of dry periods. A dry period is defined
for this study as a period of at least five days duration during which n-3 m -re
than a trace of precipitation is recorded within a 60 mile radius of the primary
station. The two primary stations used for this study are Amarillo and Midland.
Once again the macro-scale features of particular interest are cloudiness,
precipitable water, water vapor flux, and stability.
Section VI is a summary of results and some comments regarding the
potential for artificial cloud modification in the Texas High Plains. Conditions
believed necessary for successful seeding operations from a physical point of
view are discussed.
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Haragan, Donald R. An Investigation of Clouds and Precipitation for the Texas High Plains, report, March 1970; Austin, Texas. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth839452/m1/15/: accessed July 16, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting UNT Libraries Government Documents Department.