AccuWeather and BassForecast Use Advanced AI to Predict Fish Species Behavior

State College, PA. – March 11, 2024 – AccuWeather, recognized and documented as the most accurate and most used source of weather forecasts and warnings in the world, has partnered with BassForecast, a pioneer in fishing forecast technology, to launch an innovative AI-driven solution designed to predict fish species behavior based on environmental conditions and weather. This groundbreaking collaboration aims to enhance the fishing experience by providing anglers with precise and actionable insights on when, where and how to catch specific species of fish based on their unique environmental preferences. 

"This partnership is a perfect example of how combining AccuWeather's Superior Accuracy™ in weather forecasting and BassForecast's expertise in fishing conditions along with our respective data resources can create an incredibly innovative tool built on an unparalleled predictive model," said Ezra Nanes, Director of Enterprise Account Management at AccuWeather.

BassForecast’s advanced AI system analyzes various weather variables, such as temperature, humidity, wind speed, and barometric pressure, water conditions, and decades of historical fish behavior patterns to deliver highly accurate location specific predictions on fish species activity.

"Weather conditions play a critical role in fish behavior, species by species," said Mike Mehlmann, Co-Founder and CEO at BassForecast. "By integrating AccuWeather’s advanced weather data with BassForecast's fishing expertise, we can offer anglers a revolutionary tool that significantly enhances their fishing experience and success."

The AI-driven model provides real-time predictions and recommendations, guiding anglers on the best times, locations and tactics to fish for specific species. This technology aims to simplify the decision-making process, making it accessible even for novice anglers while offering advanced insights for seasoned fishermen.

"Our collaboration with AccuWeather marks a significant milestone in the fishing industry," said Mike Mehlmann. "Before this partnership, anglers had to rely on, at best, day-old fishing reports. But successful fish catching patterns can change daily based on the weather and what worked yesterday may not work tomorrow.“ This new AI-powered predictive tool will empower anglers with the practical real-time knowledge they need to maximize their upcoming fishing trips.

The predictive tool will be seamlessly integrated into BassForecast's digital platforms, making it easily accessible to users worldwide. Anglers can expect to receive detailed forecasts and recommendations tailored to their preferred fishing spots and target species.

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About AccuWeather, Inc. and AccuWeather.com - AccuWeather, recognized and documented as the most accurate and most used source of weather forecasts and warnings in the world, has saved over 12,000 lives, prevented injury to over 100,000 people, and saved companies tens of billions of dollars through better planning and decision-making.

Billions of people around the world rely on AccuWeather’s proven Superior Accuracy™ across our consumer digital platforms. AccuWeather.com is the #1 weather destination and one of the top 100 most-visited websites in the world, and our award-winning AccuWeather app delivers detailed real-time forecasts to millions of smartphones.

AccuWeather forecasts also appear on digital signage, in 700 newspapers, are heard on over 400 radio stations, and viewed on 100 television stations. The AccuWeather Network and AccuWeather NOW® reach an audience of over 125 million on cable and streaming platforms including DirecTV, Charter Communications - Spectrum, Verizon, Philo, Fubo, Frndly TV, Comcast’s Xfinity X1 and Xfinity Stream, Roku, Xumo, Red Box, Rockbot, LG, and Amazon Freevee.

AccuWeather For Business serves more than half of the Fortune 500 companies and thousands of other businesses and government agencies globally who pay for the most accurate weather forecasts from any source.

AccuWeather's story is one of a fanatical dedication to Superior Accuracy ™, detail, creativity, innovation, entrepreneurship, and the loyalty and commitment of many people who have joined AccuWeather’s center of excellence, including many others who have dedicated their entire careers to AccuWeather.

Dr. Joel N. Myers, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, established AccuWeather in 1962 and is considered the “father of modern commercial meteorology.” Myers, a leading creative thinker and visionary, has been named “the most accurate man in weather” by The New York Times and one of the top entrepreneurs in American history by Entrepreneur’s Encyclopedia of Entrepreneurs.

Visit accuweather.com for the most accurate hyperlocal forecasts, weather news, and information, and download the free AccuWeather app for Android or iOS. 

About BassForecast – BassForecast, recognized as the leader in building fishing trip planning tools is dedicated to providing anglers with the most accurate and reliable species-specific fishing forecasts that include not only activity ratings, but best bet techniques, gear and baits to use. Their mobile app, available on the Apple App Store and Google Play has been downloaded by over 1.5M anglers. By combining cutting-edge technology with in-depth knowledge of fishing conditions, BassForecast recommendations have helped hundreds of thousands of anglers get more out of their limited time on the water.  More fish, more memories, more bonding, more fun.

BassForecast Press Contact: Mike Mehlmann, Co-Founder/CEO

mike.mehlmann@bassforecast.com [817-975-9186]

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