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storm, disturbance of the ordinary conditions of the atmosphere attended by wind, rain, snow, sleet, hail, or thunder and lightning. Types of storms include the extratropical http://www.answers.com/topic/cyclone, the common, large-scale storm of temperate latitudes; the tropical cyclone, or http://www.answers.com/topic/hurricane, which is somewhat smaller in area than the former and accompanied by high winds and heavy rains; the http://www.answers.com/topic/tornado, or "twister," a small but intense storm with very high winds, usually of limited duration; and the http://www.answers.com/topic/thunderstorm, local in nature and accompanied by brief but heavy rain showers and often by hail. The term storm is also applied to blizzards, sandstorms, and dust storms, in which high wind is the dominant meteorological element.
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What is worse a winter storm warning or winter advisory?
storm warning
Is a storm watch worse than a storm warning?
No. A watch means conditions are favorable for a storm to occur. A warning means the storm is there/has already formed.
Why PAGASA issue public storm warning signal for tropical depression when a depression is not a storm?
A tropical depression is not a tropical storm, but can easily develop into one. Additionally, a tropical depression can still be hazardous, as the heavy rains can lead to flooding.
Does a storm watch mean that severe storms have already formed?
No. A warning means the storm has formed. A watch means conditions are favorable.
Meaning of typhoon signal numbers in the Philippines?
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) releases tropical cyclone warnings in the form of Public Storm Warning Signals (PSWS) An area having a storm signal may be under:PSWS #1 - Tropical cyclone winds of 30-60 km/h are expected within the next 36 hours. (Note: If a tropical cyclone forms very close to the area, then a shorter lead time is seen on the warning bulletin.)PSWS #2 - Tropical cyclone winds of 60-100 km/h are expected within the next 24 hours.PSWS #3 - Tropical cyclone winds of 100-185 km/h are expected within the next 18 hours.PSWS #4 - Tropical cyclone winds of greater than 185 km/h are expected within 12 hours.
Why is it important to know storm signal accurately?
It is important to know the storm signals so you can get ready whatever happens when there is a typhoon or storm.
What is the meaning of the acronym MPSWS?
Modified Public Storm Warning System
What storm signals is the most dangerous and why?
tornado warning hurricane fire any really deadly storms
Why are public storm signals raised in places that might be affected by a typhoon?
it is because
What is worse a winter storm warning or winter advisory?
storm warning
How many pages does Storm Warning - novel - have?
Storm Warning - novel - has 280 pages.
Is a storm watch worse than a storm warning?
No. A watch means conditions are favorable for a storm to occur. A warning means the storm is there/has already formed.
When was Storm Warning - novel - created?
Storm Warning - novel - was created on 1976-08-09.
When was Storm Warning - song - created?
Storm Warning - song - was created on 2011-05-16.
What is the difference between a storm watch and a storm warning?
A storm watch means that the weather has the chance of turning into a storm. A storm warning means that the weather has turned bad and is headed your way.
What is the name of the guy who sings storm warning?
There are loads of songs called 'Storm Warning'.
Why PAGASA issue public storm warning signal for tropical depression when a depression is not a storm?
A tropical depression is not a tropical storm, but can easily develop into one. Additionally, a tropical depression can still be hazardous, as the heavy rains can lead to flooding.
