General Information
Understand Skywarn and severe weather reporting.
SKYWARN is the National Weather Service volunteer storm spotter program. Trained spotters provide on-the-ground reports that can help forecasters understand hazardous weather.
What should you report?
Severe winds and damage
Report observed damage, downed trees and estimated or measured wind speeds when safe.
Hail and flooding
Provide hail size and the location and impact of flooding; never drive into floodwater.
Tornadoes and funnel clouds
Describe what you actually see and where it is located. Prioritize shelter and personal safety.
Never place yourself in danger to obtain a report. Call 911 for life-threatening emergencies.