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Instructions for generating your SKYWARN™ certificate (in-person and online/virtual classes)

NOTE: These certificates are for SKYWARN classes conducted in Western PA, Eastern OH, and Northern WV only (covered by the NWS Pittsburgh office). You should have attended a recent NWS SKYWARN™ class in person or online conducted by a NWS Pittsburgh staff member.

Choose the appropriate option below based on the type of SKYWARN class you attended. Your certificate will be emailed to you with additional information.

Online Basic SKYWARN Quiz and Certificate

If you've taken the online/virtual variant of our Basic SKYWARN class (conducted via Facebook Live, Go-To Webinar, or recorded on Youtube), please take this quiz to receive your SKYWARN certificate.

Take Online Basic Quiz

All Other SKYWARN Certificates

For all other NWS Pittsburgh spotter classes (Online or In-Person Advanced, In-Person Basic, River Ice, etc.) please use this form to receive your SKYWARN certificate. Password required.

Get Other Certificates

How do I register for PBZ's SKYWARN Database?

If you've taken a SKYWARN class, but haven't already registered for our SKYWARN Spotter Database, or you'd like to update your email address in our database, please register below.

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