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Preparedness
Winter’s Fury of Nor’easters
Not many winter storms have the potential to bury 100 million people in 1-2 feet of snow in a single day. Nor’easters are notorious for packing strong winds and copious amounts of moisture they get from the Atlantic. The heavily-populated region between Washington D.C., Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston -- the “I-95 Corridor” -- is especially impacted by … [Read more...] about Winter’s Fury of Nor’easters
Wind Chill Watch vs Warning
A Wind Chill WATCH means Be Prepared.A Wind Chill WARNING means Take Action! Both wind chill watches and warnings are issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) to alert the public about potentially dangerous conditions caused by a combination of cold temperatures and strong winds. However, they differ in the severity and certainty of the threat: Wind Chill … [Read more...] about Wind Chill Watch vs Warning
Winter Storm Watch vs Warning
A Winter Storm WATCH means Be Prepared.A Winter Storm WARNING means Take Action! Ah, the wintery world of watches and warnings! Navigating these meteorological pronouncements can be tricky, but fear not, for I shall be your trusty weather-wordsmith! Winter Storm Watch: Think of a Winter Storm Watch as a heads-up, a friendly nudge from the National Weather Service … [Read more...] about Winter Storm Watch vs Warning
Winter Storm Severity
Impacts from winter storms can vary a lot, even across short distances, and it can be difficult to pinpoint exactly which areas will be most impacted. Learn more about the Winter Storm Severity Index here: Winter weather forecasting, ah yes, a realm of both wonder and frustration. Predicting the whims of Mother Nature in the coldest months can be quite the endeavor, with … [Read more...] about Winter Storm Severity