Storm watches and warnings: what do they mean?

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2012 E-Hurricane Guide story links

- Seeking safe harbor in the storm
- Why the First Coast seems to receive less landfall impact
- Less is more when it comes to La Nada years in Florida
- Before, during and after the storm
- Storm watches and warnings: what do they mean?
- Hurricane safety for mobile home residents
- 2012 hurricane names
- Storm surge is more dangerous than the high winds
- Before, during and after the storm
- Staying safe in the face of flooding
- An explanation of the '2 Minute Advantage'
- What to do when facing a power outage
- Forecasting a hurricane's path has improved
- Stay ahead of the storm with your cellphone
- Important emergency numbers and websites
- Re-entry tags for beach residents
- If you live in Jacksonville and you have special evacuation needs
- Now is the time for an insurance checkup
- After the storm: Dos and Don'ts

Severe Thunderstorm Watch: Conditions are conducive to the development of severe thunderstorms in and close to the watch area.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning: A severe thunderstorm has actually been observed by spotters or indicated on radar, and is occurring or imminent in the warning area.

Wind Advisory: A Wind Advisory is issued when sustained winds of 30 to 39 miles per hour (mph) and/or frequent gusts of 50 mph or greater are occurring or imminent.

Tropical Storm Watch: Tropical storm conditions could exist within 48 hours.

Tropical Storm Warning: Tropical storm conditions expected within 36 hours.

Hurricane Watch: Hurricane conditions could exist within 48 hours.

Hurricane Warning: Hurricane conditions are expected within 36 hours.

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