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+---
+name: Bug report
+about: 'Issues are typically for demonstrable errors in the software. User problems
+  with a build should be directed to the WRF Forum: forum.mmm.ucar.edu'
+title: ''
+labels: ''
+assignees: davegill
+
+---
+
+**Describe the bug**
+A clear and concise description of what the bug is.
+
+**To Reproduce**
+Steps to reproduce the behavior:
+1. Use compiler and version '....'
+2. Use namelist options '....'
+3. Output is '....'
+
+**Expected behavior**
+A clear and concise description of what you expected to happen.
+
+**Screenshots**
+If applicable, add screenshots to help explain your problem.
+
+**Attachments**
+If applicable, attach supporting files: namelist.input, rsl.* files, etc.
+
+**Additional context**
+Add any other context about the problem here, such as:
+   - This used to work with a previous version.
+   - The documentation is different from the exhibited behavior.