When severe weather is anticipated the National Weather Service and the Storm Prediction Center issue severe weather watches and warnings ahead of the storms.
A WATCH means that the ingredients
exist for severe storms to develop. You should prepare for the possibility of
severe weather. There are 2 types of watch boxes that are issued by the Storm
Prediction Center- a severe thunderstorm watch & a tornado watch. When either
is issued, the watch box usually encompasses a large area and is in effect for
several hours.
A WARNING means that a threat is
imminent or is occurring. You should take action to prevent the loss of life
and property. There are 2 types of warnings that are issued by the National
Weather Service- a severe thunderstorm warning & a tornado warning. Both
can are issued for a defined area where impacts are possible.
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