Ibrahim Mohammed Al-Abdul Salam (Met Service Oman): From MSG to MTG - Enhancing Atmospheric Monitoring over the MENA region
Competency Framework
WMO Satellite Skills
Application
Description
Ibrahim Mohammed Al-Abdul Salam shows a number of examples of MTG FCI Imagery during various weather situations over the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
Content
This presentation highlights early applications of Meteosat Third Generation (MTG) data across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Using regional case studies, it demonstrates how MTG supports the monitoring of convection, dust storms, fog, tropical cyclones, fires, and other key atmospheric features. The talk explores operational benefits, practical challenges, and the regional relevance of MTG products—while also recognizing the continued value of Meteosat Second Generation (MSG) data and its important role alongside MTG.