10 Million People in the Carolinas Under Tornado Watch After Deadly Storms Pummel the South
Nearly 10 million people living in communities across North and South Carolina are bracing for tornadoes, as a series of deadly storms that already wreaked havoc in the South the day before is barreling toward the Eastern Seaboard.
What's the difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning?
Tornadoes can form in minutes, leaving little time to prepare. Knowing the difference between alerts and having a safety plan in place is critical.
UPDATE: Tornado watch affecting Eastern North Carolina until Wednesday evening, according to the NWS
An updated tornado watch was issued by the NWS Raleigh NC on Wednesday at 2:37 p.m. in effect until 8 p.m. The watch is for Edgecombe, Halifax, Sampson, Wayne and Wilson counties.
Severe storms heading for East Coast as 10M are under a new tornado watch
Risks of strong storms or tornadoes stretch across the East Coast
Latest forecast: Tornado watches for Raleigh, much of central and eastern NC today
The National Weather Service issued tornado watches for much of central and Eastern North Carolina Wednesday morning, March 5, ahead of a cold front that could bring strong storms and powerful winds through this evening.
Tornado watch issued for Hampton Roads
A tornado watch is in effect for Hampton Roads and the surrounding areas.
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The differnce between a tornado watch, warning, and emergency
We’re entering severe weather season—and in the Four States, that can mean tornadoes. The rapidly spinning, violent columns of air rise from the ground to the cloud base. The National Weather Service issues three kinds of messages for tornadoes: Emergency management specialists say the key to staying safe is planning ahead of
North Texas under tornado, thunderstorm watch until 11 a.m. Tuesday. See weather maps
NWS suggested tornadoes are possible, with wind gusts to 75 mph and isolated storms with large hail up to 1.5 inches in diameter.
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New Orleans and Baton Rouge under a tornado watch. Here's what you need to know.
The National Weather Service issued a tornado watch that includes New Orleans and Baton Rouge metro areas until 7 p.m. Tuesday. The threat of severe weather prompted New Orleans Mardi Gras parades to roll early Fat Tuesday and attention is now turning what is in the forecast this afternoon and evening.
Tornado Watch Vs. Warning: What's The Difference?
You hear the terms watch and warning a lot in severe weather. Here's what they mean and what you should do when it's issued in your area.
UPDATE: Eastern North Carolina under a tornado watch until Wednesday evening, says the NWS
The NWS Newport/Morehead City NC issued a tornado watch at 7:48 a.m. on Wednesday in effect until 1 p.m. The watch is for Duplin, Greene and Lenoir counties.
Tornado Watch vs. Tornado Warning: What's the difference?
Understanding the difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning is crucial for safety. The National Weather Service uses certain criteria to determine if a tornado watch or warning could be issued for your area.
UPDATE: Tornado watch issued for Eastern North Carolina until Wednesday evening, says the NWS
An updated tornado watch was issued by the NWS Wakefield VA on Wednesday at 1:10 p.m. in effect until 8 p.m. The watch is for Bertie, Camden, Chowan, Currituck, Gates, Hertford, Northampton, Pasquotank and Perquimans counties.