Definition: Word: "NWS1" Definition: A US government agency that provides meteorological information to the public. It includes weather forecasts, warnings about extreme weather events, and guidance on safety measures for citizens in various areas. The NWS1 reports and forecasts severe weather conditions through radio broadcasts, television news coverage, social media updates, and websites. NWS1 operates with the Department of Commerce, a federal agency under the President's Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP). It provides information to help citizens manage their risk of natural disasters, including hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, and floods.