Hydrological Information Transfer Using HOMS

The Hydrological Operational Multipurpose Subprogramme (HOMS) scheme of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) consists of an international network for the transfer of packages of proven hydrological know-how, with particular emphasis on helping developing countries. More than one hundred HOMS centres worldwide produce and supply information components and handle requests for components for use in their own countries. Details are presented of the organization and operation of HOMS, together with example case studies to illustrate its successful use.