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| ![]() Saffir-Simpson Scale: From Category 1 to Category 5 - what you can expect in terms of winds, storm surge and damage.
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Calm Hurricane Season Officially EndsThis year produced just nine named storms, including three hurricanes.
Rain Continues, Wind Speed To IncreaseA flash flood and flood watch are in effect for parts of the Piedmont through Thursday. Emergency workers say increase in winds may bring down more trees.
2009 Hurricane Names
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Tracking The Active StormsClick Here To Enlarge This Map Click Here To Enlarge This Map Click Here To Enlarge This Map Resources: Hurricanes
Living with Hurricanessource: USAToday |
Hurricane TermsTropical StormOrganized system of thunderstorms with winds of 39-73 mph. All tropical storms are given a name.Tropical Storm WatchIssued when tropical storm conditions pose a possible threat to coastal areas within 36 hours.Tropical Storm WarningIssued when tropical storm conditions include possible sustained winds of 39-73 mph which are expected to reach a coastal area within 24 hours or less.HurricaneAn intense tropical weather system of strong thunderstorms with sustained winds of 74 mph or higher.Hurricane WatchIssued when there is a threat of hurricane conditions within 24-36 hours. Stay alert.Hurricane WarningIssued when hurricane conditions are expected within 24 hours or less. Coastal and beach communities begin evacuation procedures when a warning is issued.Hurricane History
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