Tropical storm watch issued for North Carolinas Outer Banks
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A watch means the ingredients are there for severe weather. A warning means it is happening. But there are differences based on weather type.
Weather hazard maps have nearly 100 colors including six variations of red, a "bisque," "moccasin," cornflower blue, and Dodger blue. Experts are working to simplify the alerts.
As Hurricane Erin continues its pursuit through the Atlantic, dangerous conditions have been reported up and down the East Coast.
A tropical storm watch was issued by the NWS Wakefield VA on Tuesday at 11:06 a.m. in effect until 7:15 p.m. for Western Currituck.
The NWS Newport/Morehead City NC released an updated storm surge watch at 5:05 a.m. on Tuesday in effect until 1:15 p.m. for Ocracoke Island.
An updated fire weather watch was released by the NWS Hanford CA on Monday at 7:50 p.m. valid from Wednesday 9 a.m. until Saturday 9 p.m. for Fort Tejon.
A tropical storm watch was issued by the NWS Newport/Morehead City NC on Monday at 4:50 p.m. in effect until Tuesday at 2 a.m. for Ocracoke Island.
The Seattle Storm looks to strengthen its grasp on the No. 8 seed in the WNBA playoffs on Tuesday at Wintrust Arena to take on the Chicago Sky.
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