Implementation of a 3D variational data assimilation system at the Canadian meteorological centre. Part II: The regional analysis

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• Corresponding author address: Stéphane Laroche, Data Assimilation and Satellite Meteorology Division, Atmospheric Environment Service, 2121 Trans‐Canada Hwy., Dorval, P.Q. CANADA H9P 1J3
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