[CTSARA] Winter Storm weather warnings

[Steve, KB1YLQ]

What Winter Weather Warnings Mean

What is the difference between a winter storm watch, warning, or advisory? 

Knowing the difference means how much time you have to prepare for the storm.

The National Weather Service (NWS) issues outlooks, watches, warnings and advisories for all winter weather hazards. Here’s what they mean and what to do. Use the information below to make an informed decision on your risk and what actions to take.

Winter Weather Advisory: Be Aware.  An advisory informs you that winter weather may produce hazardous conditions. Winter Storm Watch: Be Prepared. A watch means that severe winter conditions may affect your area. NWS issues a watch to provide 12 to 36 hours’ notice.Winter Storm Warning: Take Action! NWS issues a warning when it forecasts four or more inches of snow or sleet in the next 12 hours, six or more inches in 24 hours, or 1/4 inch or more of ice accumulation. Travel will become difficult. Delay your travel plans until conditions improve. Blizzard Warning lets you know that snow and strong winds will combine to produce a blinding snow (near zero visibility), deep drifts, and life-threatening wind chill. 

Listen to your local officials for the latest information. To learn more about preparing for a winter storm. You can also download the How to Prepare for a Winter Storm Guide and go to Ready.gov for information on snowstorms and extreme cold.
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