As winter approaches, thousands of football fans are traveling to North Texas to see the Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic. AT&T Stadium is getting ready for the weekend in the following ways:
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The National Weather Service office will issue Warnings, Watches or Advisories based on local criteria and the weather triggers associated.
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The easiest way to explain a watch vs. warning is to use the taco example.
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If you just have the ingredients to make a taco, you have a watch. If you are having tacos right now, you have a warning.
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The National Weather Service office will issue Warnings, Watches or Advisories based on local criteria and the weather triggers associated.
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The easiest way to explain a watch vs. warning is to use the taco example.
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If you just have the ingredients to make a taco, you have a watch. If you are having tacos right now, you have a warning.
DallasParts of North Central and Northeast Texas are under a Winter Storm Warning, which is in effect from 6 a.m. Thursday through noon on Friday, according to the National Weather Service.
What is a Winter Storm Warning?
Depending on your location, yes. Because they are familiar with the area, the local National Weather Service office will issue warnings, watches, or advisories based on local standards. In comparison to the Southeast, the Northern Plains requires more snow to trigger a Winter Storm Warning than the Southeast does.
Warnings of Winter Storms:
are declared when there is a substantial winter weather event, such as snow, ice, sleet, blowing snow, or a mix of these conditions. In certain circumstances, travel will become challenging or impossible. Postpone your trip till the situation improves.
What they’re saying:
On Thursday night, the National Weather Service predicts a shift to all-snow conditions after heavy mixed precipitation. Two to four inches of snow will accumulate overall. In more heavy snow bands, the NWS reports that isolated snowfall totals could reach up to 8 inches.
What this weather will affect is another part of a warning. The trips on Thursday mornings and evenings could be extremely challenging.
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Watches for winter storms:
Additionally, a Winter Storm Watch has been issued by the National Weather Service, and it will be in force through Friday night.
What they’re saying:
There could be a lot of mixed precipitation, and late Thursday is when snow is predicted. Ice accumulations of about a tenth of an inch and total snow and sleet accumulations of up to two inches are possible.
Roads will probably get slippery and dangerous, especially bridges and overpasses. Traveling could be somewhat challenging. The commutes on Thursday morning and evening may be impacted by the dangerous conditions.
What’s the difference between a Watch and a Warning?
Tacos are the simplest method to illustrate a Watch vs a Warning. You have a watch if you have what you need to create a taco. You have a warning if the taco is prepared. If you were aware that Taco Tuesday was approaching, you should be getting ready for it.
What are the different Warnings?
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Blizzard Warnings
are issued for frequent gusts greater than or equal to 35 mph accompanied by falling and/or blowing snow, frequently reducing visibility to less than 1/4 mile for three hours or more. A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely, leading to whiteout conditions making travel extremely difficult. Do not travel. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle and wait for help to arrive.
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Winter Storm Warnings
are issued for a significant winter weather event including snow, ice, sleet or blowing snow or a combination of these hazards. Travel will become difficult or impossible in some situations. Delay your travel plans until conditions improve.
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Ice Storm Warnings
are usually issued for ice accumulation of around 1/4 inch or more. This amount of ice accumulation will make travel dangerous or impossible and likely lead to snapped power lines and falling tree branches. Travel is strongly discouraged.
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Wind Chill Warnings
are issued for a combination of very cold air and strong winds that will create dangerously low wind chill values. This level of wind chill will result in frostbite and lead to hypothermia if precautions are not taken. Avoid going outdoors and wear warm protective clothing if you must venture outside.
What are the different Watches?
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Winter Storm Watches
are issued when conditions are favorable for a significant winter storm event (heavy sleet, heavy snow, ice storm, heavy snow and blowing snow or a combination of events.)
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Wind Chill Watches
are issued when there is the potential for a combination of extremely cold air and strong winds to create dangerously low wind chill values.
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What are the different Advisories?
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Winter Weather Advisories
are issued when snow, blowing snow, ice, sleet, or a combination of these wintry elements are expected, but conditions should not be hazardous enough to meet warning criteria. Be prepared for winter driving conditions and possible travel difficulties. Use caution when driving.
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Wind Chill Advisories
are issued when low wind chill temperatures are expected but will not reach local warning criteria. Extremely cold air and strong winds will combine to generate low wind chill readings. If you must venture outdoors, take precautions against frostbite and hypothermia.
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Lake Effect Snow Advisories
are issued for widespread or localized lake effect snowfall accumulation (and blowing snow) remaining below warning criteria. Expect lake effect snow showers and assume travel will be difficult in some areas. Some localized snow bands will be intense enough to produce several inches in a few areas with sudden restrictions in visibility.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is the source of the information in this article.
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