The UNDP Libya reported yesterday that, together with the Ambassador of France to Libya Thierry Vallat, and his team, it visited a newly installed Automated Weather Station in Shahat, part of a growing national network of Automated Weather Stations across eastern Libya.
The UNDP said these systems – shifting Libya from response to prevention – are strengthening Libya’s early warning capacity, backed by national leadership and local expertise. Over 35 specialists from the Libyan National Meteorological Centre (LNMC) have been trained to operate and sustain this network.
The UNDP reported that through its discussions with the LNMC, it discovered how these investments are helping build stronger, more climate-resilient communities.
This Early Warning System Station is housed at Agriculture Research Centre of the Green Mountain Area, where the UNDP also had an opportunity to meet the team of researchers and understand firsthand importance of credible weather forecast for agriculture development.
Strengthening early warning systems in Libya
UNDP Libya also held a technical meeting with the LNMC to advance collaboration on forecasting and early warning systems.
The discussion focused on practical next steps on improving forecasting capabilities, strengthening data systems, and expanding observation networks to better anticipate extreme weather events.
Building on ongoing support, the UNDP said this partnership aims to enhance national capacity and move toward more integrated climate information systems.
Stronger early warning systems mean better preparedness, helping protect communities and reduce the impact of climate-related risks, the UNDP explained.
