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Terms To Know

By The Tampa Tribune

Originally Published: June 1, 2004


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Storm strengths:
As a storm approaches, forecasters will issue alerts depending on where the storm is headed and its strength. Here are terms you need to know:

  • Tropical depression: First stage of a potential tropical storm or hurricane. Winds to 38 mph.

  • Tropical storm: Winds reach between 39 mph and 74 mph. Storm is named.

  • Tropical storm watch: Storm could hit within 36 hours.

  • Tropical storm warning: Storm could hit within 24 hours.

  • Hurricane: Winds 74 mph or higher. They are classified in categories of 1-5 according to wind speeds, with 1 a minimal hurricane.

  • Hurricane watch: Hurricane could hit within 36 hours.

  • Hurricane warning: Issued for an area expected to be under hurricane conditions within 24 hours.

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