Presentation
End-user preference for and understanding of hurricane forecast graphs
Event Type
Lecture
In-Person
Communications
Perception and Performance
Surface Transportation
TimeWednesday, October 6th11:06am - 11:24am EDT
LocationGrand Salon VII
DescriptionHurricane forecast graphics have the challenging task of communicating information about spatio-temporal uncertainty. This study assesses the impact of graph literacy and graph format on user preference and understanding. In a laboratory setting, we compared user responses to official National Hurricane Center advisory maps and alternative visualizations. Results indicate that prior experience with a visualization drives preference and that graph literacy, visualization format, and tropical cyclone characteristics, in combination, influence interpretations of hurricane forecast track. The findings from this study are expected to inform redesign efforts of hurricane risk communication products.
