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Weather
Forecast terms
| Questi | Answer |
|---|---|
| Precipitation | Rain or snow measthe amount of rain, snow, hail, etc., that has fallen at a given place within a given period, usually expressed in inches or centimeters of water. |
| Forecast | To predict |
| Blizzard | A storm with lots of snow and wind. |
| Advisory | Advisories are issued for weather situations that cause significant inconveniences but do not meet warning criteria and, if caution is not exercised, could lead to life-threatening situations. |
| Warning | Forecast issued when a particular weather or flood hazard is "imminent" or already occurring (e.g., tornado warning, flash flood warning). A warning is used for conditions posing a threat to life or property. |