Vertically Integrated Liquid Water—A New Analysis Tool

Abstract

Through the use of digital radar data measured at successive elevation angles in a storm system, we developed a technique that presents a new dimension in mesoscale analysis. This technique, mapped vert.ically integrated liquid-water content (VIL), presents the three-dimensional characteristics of a storm system in a two-dimensional display. This analysis technique appears to hold real promise for both severe storm and hydrologic applications.