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NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE TERMS

 

Severe Thunderstorm Watch:
There is a potential for thunderstorms to form that can produce wind gusts greater than 58 mph and / or hail greater than ¾ of an inch in diameter.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning:
A severe thunderstorm is imminent and action must be taken to protect life and property.

Tornado Watch:
A tornado could form in the next few hours, as conditions are favorable.

Tornado Warning:
A tornado has been reported and / or the National Weather Service radar detected a tornado or tornadic signature.

Flash Flood Watch:
Localized flooding due to heavy rainfall is possible.

Flash Flood Warning:
Localized flooding due to heavy rainfall is imminent.

Freezing Rain Advisory:
Minor accumulation of ice due to freezing rain is expected.

Winter Weather Advisory:
Accumulation of one to four inches is expected within a 12-hour period.

Blizzard Warning:
Strong winds, blinding driving snow and dangerous wind chill are expected in the next several hours.

Winter Storm Watch:
Significant accumulation of snow and / or ice is possible within 36 hours.

Winter Storm Warning:
A storm with six or more inches of snow / sleet /freezing rain is expected within a 24-hour period.

See the National Weather Service Website for more information.

 

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Last Updated:  7/16/2008 2:00 PM

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