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Storm Terms
- Tropical Depression – An organized system of clouds and thunderstorms with a defined circulation and top sustained winds of less than 39 miles per hour (mph).
- Tropical Storm – An organized system of strong storms with a defined circulation and top sustained winds of between 39 to 74 mph.
- Tropical Storm Watch – Tropical storm conditions are possible in the specified area of the watch within 36 hours.
- Tropical Storm Warning – Tropical storm conditions are expected in the affected area within 24-hours.
- Hurricane – An intense tropical weather system with a well-defined circulation and a sustained wind speed of 74 mph or higher.
- Hurricane Watch – Hurricane conditions are possible within the specified area within 36 hours. At this point, take immediate action to protect your family and property.
- Hurricane Warning – Hurricane conditions are expected in the specified area within 24 hours.
- Storm Surge – A rapidly rising dome of sea water up to 20 feet high that arrives with a hurricane. Evacuation zones are identified according to their susceptibility to this occurrence.
