You've likely heard us talk throughout the month about becoming a rainfall reporter through the National Weather Service's Rain Gauge Rally. But how did this initiative come to be? It all started when the National Weather Service partnered with a creative group of University of Wisconsin-Madison students to develop a fresh and engaging way to encourage people to get involved. One of those students, Morgan Knilans, joined Pam Jahnke to share how the project came to life.

To join the network, visit www.cocorahs.org. Volunteers can sign up online or contact a regional coordinator for more information. Reporting is flexible, allowing participants to contribute as often as they prefer.