Freeze warning, cold advisory? Be familiar with these official winter weather terms
The National Weather Service changed several of its winter weather terms in October 2024. Here is what they new terms mean.
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the NWS will either issue a fire weather watch or a red flag warning. A fire weather watch is issued when red flag criteria might be met in the near future, generally within the next 24 to 72 hours.
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Freeze warning, cold advisory? Be familiar with these official winter weather terms
Weather alerts via text: Sign up to get updates about current storms and weather events by location To make sure people understand winter hazards, the National Weather Service has made some ...
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The National Weather Service provides the following definitions for freezing rain ... advisories are less serious than watches and warnings — but precautions should still be taken to ensure ...
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Winter Storm Blair hits Texas: What's the difference between winter storm watch, warning?
The National Weather Service provides the following definitions for freezing rain ... also outlines requirements for other winter weather warnings, along with recommended responses: More on ...