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Glossary of Terms
Glossary of Terms
Use the glossary to get a definition to any word you might not or have questions about. The glossary covers weather words from the simple to the complex.
Explanation of NWS Terms
Explanation of NWS Terms
The NWS uses a multi-tiered system for forecasting hazardous weather. The alerts issued range from outlooks (for long lead time) to advisories and warnings (for periods of 2 days or less).
Safety and Preparedness Information
Safety and Preparedness Information
Do you know what to do when a watch, warning or advisory is issued? Learn where to go and what to do when severe weather threatens.
Weather Products
Weather Products
How does the National Weather Service issue advisories? What advisories are issued to keep you informed of hazardous and dangerous weather?
How and Why Does Severe Weather Occur?
How and Why Does Severe Weather Occur?
How do tornadoes form? Where and when do hurricanes form? Learn about severe weather and events in this section.

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First Alert Information
Storm Emergency Numbers
Here is a list of phone numbers needed in case of an emergency.
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Tornado Info
Tornado Safety and information on Watches and Warnings.
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Thunderstorm Safety
Safety tips and information on Watches and Warnings.
Project Impact Tips to Stay Safe
Project Impact Tips to Stay Safe
Be prepared when disaster strikes! Here are some steps you can take to prepare for and respond to disaster.
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Common Weather Terms and Definitions
Here are some terms commonly used by NewsChannel 11's ForecastCenter.
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Flood Safety
Flood Tips and advice.
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More Info on the Fujita Scale
More Info on the Fujita Scale
The Fujita Scale is used to rate the intensity of a tornado by examining the damage caused by the tornado after it has passed over a man-made structure.

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Tower Cam
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First Alert Forecasters
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