Weather Warnings

Explanation of common weather warnings issued by the National Weather Service in the US. (International warnings coming soon).

What is a Severe Thunderstorm Watch?
Prepare now for all kinds of severe weather, including the possibility of a tornado

June 1, 2024
What is a Flash Flood Watch?
Flash flooding can happen quickly. Here’s how to prepare

May 31, 2024
What is a Tornado Watch?
How tornadoes form, and how to stay safe if you’re in harms way

May 30, 2024
What is a High Wind Warning? Get Prepared Now
High winds can be very destructive, but these warnings give you advanced notice

May 27, 2024
What is a Snow Squall Warning?
Take these wintertime warnings seriously

November 28, 2023
What is a Hurricane Watch?
Here’s how to prepare for mother nature’s most destructive storms

May 15, 2023
What is a Tropical Storm Watch?
Here’s why you should still take these warnings seriously

May 11, 2023
What is a Blizzard Warning?
What it means and what you should do to prepare right now

January 1, 2023
What is an Ice Storm Warning?
Severe ice storms can be dangerous. Here’s how to stay safe (by staying home)

December 26, 2022
What is a Hurricane Local Statement?
These messages from the National Weather Service help you prepare and stay safe

May 7, 2022