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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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