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A warning is an advisory that bad weather may be headed your way. A weather warning or advisory helps us prepare for bad weather; hurricanes, tornadoes, powerful thunderstorms and squalls, or flood situations among others. Most everyone along the Southeastern coast of the United States is familiar with the different categories the weather service uses to measure hurricane strength. In the West and Southwest, residents got another lesson this summer in the wind and heat indexes forecasters used to warn against spreading forest fires. In the Midwest and Northeast, snow, tornado and heat advisories are not unusual.
The source of all official weather information for the United States c...
The source of all official weather information for the United States c...
A warning is an advisory that bad weather may be headed your way. A weather warning or advisory helps us prepare for bad weather; hurricanes, tornadoes, powerful thunderstorms and squalls, or flood situations among others. Most everyone along the Southeastern coast of the United States is familiar with the different categories the weather service uses to measure hurricane strength. In the West and Southwest, residents got another lesson this summer in the wind and heat indexes forecasters used to warn against spreading forest fires. In the Midwest and Northeast, snow, tornado and heat advisories are not unusual.
The source of all official weather information for the United States comes from the National Weather Service, run under the auspices of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). As the "sole official voice of the U.S. Government for issuing warnings during life-threatening weather situations," the National Weather Service keeps track of local and regional forecasts and broadcasts alerts if necessary in case of severe storms, tornadoes, floods and even solar flares.
Forecasts typically reflect current conditions as well as five-day outlooks. The NWS also provides information from a host of different perspectives. Climate mapping shows high and low temperatures at myriad locations across the nation. Satellite pictures and Doppler radar show cloud cover and precipitation conditions. Air quality maps show ozone levels. Water maps reflect rain gauge information from all 50 states.
The source of all official weather information for the United States comes from the National Weather Service, run under the auspices of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). As the "sole official voice of the U.S. Government for issuing warnings during life-threatening weather situations," the National Weather Service keeps track of local and regional forecasts and broadcasts alerts if necessary in case of severe storms, tornadoes, floods and even solar flares.
Forecasts typically reflect current conditions as well as five-day outlooks. The NWS also provides information from a host of different perspectives. Climate mapping shows high and low temperatures at myriad locations across the nation. Satellite pictures and Doppler radar show cloud cover and precipitation conditions. Air quality maps show ozone levels. Water maps reflect rain gauge information from all 50 states.
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Severe Weather Index
¿¿¿As part of our promise to bring you clear, accurate and dependable forecasts that you can use to plan your day, First Alert Weather has introduced a Severe Weather Index. We will let you know ahead of time when severe weather is imminent, what the...Tags: Apple iPhone, Weather Reports, Weather
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Kimberly McBroom's Blog
Tuesday, May 1I enjoyed a trip down memory lane last night, when I had the pleasure of serving as emcee for William Byrd High School's Open House. I am a 1989 graduate of Byrd, and loved seeing the many improvements made to the school. As part of a...Tags: ABC Family (tv network), Voting, Running, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Lifetime (tv network)
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Gov. McDonnell sets the date for Tornado Preparedness Day across the Commonwealth
Last year, 51 tornadoes hit Virginia, the second highest number on record.
To encourage tornado awareness and safety, Governor Bob McDonnell has proclaimed Tuesday, March 20 as Tornado Preparedness Day in the Commonwealth.
Lynchburg Emergency Services...Tags: Entertainment, Politics, Bob McDonnell, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Media Industry
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Where to go if you're under a tornado warning
Along with watching WDBJ7, you should should know where to go during severe storms and tornadoes. Below are important terms to listen/watch for, along with advise on where to go during severe storms.
SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH
means conditions are...Tags: House Building, Services and Shopping, Natural Disasters, Tornadoes, Vehicles
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Flood Alerts
View the latest flood advisories/watches/warnings issued by the National Weather Service. Never wait for an alert to be issued if you are in harm's way. > Get the latest river observations (Interactive Map) > Get the forecast for rises and flooding...
Tags: Bodies of Water, Natural Disasters, Disasters and Accidents, Floods, Rivers
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Because of mild winter, state warns of higher wildfire risk
The mild winter could increase the threat of wildfires.
That's the warning from Governor Bob McDonnell.
Virginia's wildfire season runs from Feb. 15 through April 30.
According to a news release, 95 percent of wildfires in Virginia are caused by...Tags: Forestry and Timber, Weather Statistics, Politics, Crime, Law and Justice, Natural Resource Industry
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Heavy rain worries residents living near low-water bridges
ReporterFlood watches continue through the Wednesday evening, and for several residents in Giles County, those warnings are especially concerning. Steady rain worries Gail Cox. "Oh no, not again," she said as she looked up at the rain clouds. Cox's Giles...Tags: Natural Disasters, Giles County, Virginia Department of Transportation, Weather
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Justin McLeod's Blog
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Anatomy of a story
Last week, we reported the Roanoke Times was pulling most of its funding for the July 4th celebration in Roanoke, Music for Americans. The story aired on Friday. It prompted a debate in our newsroom and at least one...Tags: Marion Cotillard, Voting, August (movie), Hurricane Irene (2011), Nicole Kidman
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Weather Warnings Defined
WINTER STORM OUTLOOK This is a statement issued when there is a chance of a major winter storms from 3 to 5 days in the future. This is meant to assist people with their long range plans. However, since the outlook is issued so far in advance, the...Tags: Hypothermia, Weather Statistics, Mergers, Acquisitions and Takeovers, Frostbite, Weather Reports
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The National Weather Service has declared Franklin County StormReady
Multimedia JournalistThe National Weather Service has declared Franklin County as “StormReady”. April tornadoes that tore through parts of Virginia are still a reminder of how weather can happen at any time. NOAA’s National Weather Service praised Franklin...Tags: Franklin (Franklin, Virginia), Franklin County (Virginia), Weather Reports, Virginia, Weather
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Tropical Storm Irene nearing Puerto Rico
Tropical Storm Irene formed in the Atlantic Ocean Saturday, and is forecast to become a Category 1 hurricane by Monday. Tropical Storm Warnings have been issued for Puerto Rico, and Hurricane Warnings issued for portions of the Dominican Republic....Tags: Tropical Storms, Disasters, Natural Disasters, Disasters and Accidents, Hispaniola
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Pittsylvania County to begin Emergency Notification system
ReporterOur hometowns want you to be prepared if storms threaten flooding or potential damage to homes. Severe weather is something meteorologists are always watching and a warning system couldn't arrive at a better time. Pittsylvania County is introducing an...Tags: Human Interest, Pittsylvania County, Weather
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