Winter Storms - Know Your Warnings

1/18/2021 (Permalink)

A winter wonderlland among the trees

Winter has been in effect for almost 30 days and we are all feeling the effects of the colder weather – some areas her in the South have even experienced a few snow showers. Although we haven’t experienced a winter storm yet – you need to be prepared when it happens.  Knowing the difference between a Winter Storm Watch – Winter Weather Advisory and a Winter Storm Warning can help you better prepare and plan accordingly before a snowy weather event.

• Winter Weather Advisory – Current winter conditions are expected
• Winter Storm Watch - there is a potential for hazardous winter weather within the next 48 hours. Stay in tune with your local news and get preparations in place.
• Winter Strom Warning – Hazardous and potential winter weather is currently happening or will happen within 24 hours. The National Weather Service will issue a warning when snow, ice and wind damage conditions are met.

When you know what to expect – you can be better prepared when a winter storm hits.