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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.
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).
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.
How does the National Weather Service issue advisories? What advisories are issued to keep you informed of hazardous and dangerous weather?
How do tornadoes form? Where and when do hurricanes form? Learn about severe weather and events in this section.
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A Hurricane or Tropical Storm Watch means that Hurricane or Tropical Storm conditions are likely to occur in the watch area within the next 36 hours.
Tropical storm conditions: Winds 39-73 mph
Hurricane conditions: 74 mph or greater
- Keep track of the progress of the storm by watching your local news or by listening to NOAA Weather Radio
- Make sure the family vehicles are in good running condition and have a full tank of gas.
- Inspect and secure mobile home tie downs.
- Be prepared to cover all window and door openings with shutters or other shielding materials.
- Check your supply of batteries and stock up on canned food, first aid supplies, drinking water, and medications.
- Be prepared to bring lawn furniture and other loose, light-weight objects, such as garbage cans, garden tools, etc. inside.
- Make sure you have an extra supply of cash on hand.
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