• Severe weather season is upon us... here are some important terms and tips you need to know

  • Apr 2 2024
  • Length: 7 mins
  • Podcast
Severe weather season is upon us... here are some important terms and tips you need to know  By  cover art

Severe weather season is upon us... here are some important terms and tips you need to know

  • Summary

  • With spring comes the increased risk for severe weather around the Mahoning and Shenango valleys.

    After saturating rains on Tuesday caused some soggy yards and minor flooding, there is a chance of severe weather through 10 p.m.

    We hear the terms of severe risk categories, which fall under categories like thunderstorms: marginal, slight, enhanced, moderate, to high.

    But what do they mean?

    What is the difference being a tornado watch and a warning? Are there increased risks that come with tornadoes that come during the night?

    21 News spoke with Aaron Treadway, a severe weather expert who works for the National Weather Service. He breaks down all the terms so you can be better prepared when extreme weather hits near you.

    Listen up to this important information.

    Show more Show less

What listeners say about Severe weather season is upon us... here are some important terms and tips you need to know

Average customer ratings

Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.