The Weather Channel U.S. network, based in Atlanta, produces continuous, 24-hour national, regional, and local weather-related video programming distributed by satellite to cable television systems and other video distributors, as well as to households with satellite receiver dishes. The network is received by more than 87 million households and can be seen in 95 percent of all cable TV homes nationwide.The Weather Channel hosts a staff of more than 120 expert meteorologists in various specialties who use state-of-the-art systems to provide in-depth analysis and 24-hour tracking of international, national, and local weather conditions. The Weather Channel -- cable television's only national all-weather network -- understands and cares about the connection between weather and people's lives. Program formats vary to meet viewers' interests and needs at various times of the day with special programs for mornings, weekends, and during primetime. When weather becomes exceptionally severe or threatening, TWC covers the scene with on-location live reports and updates by experts. The Weather Channel also produces and airs original programs such as Storm Stories with eyewitness accounts, historic perspective, expert commentary, and compelling video relating to dramatic and memorable weather events.