Know the difference between a WATCH and a WARNING.

10/10/2019 (Permalink)

Storm Season is rapidly approaching SERVPRO of Tarzana/Reseda urges you to be informed

• A National Weather Service WATCH is a message telling you that conditions favor certain hazardous weather conditions. For example, a severe thunderstorm watch means that a severe thunderstorm is expected in the next six hours. Within an approximately 120 to 150 miles wide and 300 to 400 miles long (36,000 to 60,000 square miles)area. 
• A WARNING means that a hazardous event is occurring or is about to within an hour. Local NWS offices issue warnings on a by-county basis. 
• More WATCHES are issued than WARNINGS. A WATCH is the first sign a flood may happen when one is issued, be aware of potential flood hazards. Floods can tear out trees, destroy buildings and bridges. They also often carry debris and can trigger catastrophic mudslides.
• Be prepared flash floods and head for higher ground. Even a low level of fast-moving flood water produces a lot of force, and the most dangerous thing you can do is to try walking, swimming, or driving through floodwaters. As little as two feet of water will carry away most automobiles.

Now that you know the difference, be prepared and stay safe. 

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