Do you know the difference between a hurricane watch and a hurricane warning?

8/24/2020 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Savannah is prepared to respond whether it's an afternoon thunderstorm or a major hurricane.  However, make sure your family and your home are prepared if a hurricane is heading toward Savannah.

Do you know the difference between a hurricane watch and a hurricane warning? 

What is a Hurricane Watch?
A hurricane watch is issued when there is a threat of hurricane conditions within 48 hours. 

What is a Hurricane Warning?
A hurricane warning is issued when hurricane conditions (winds of 74 miles per hour or greater, or dangerously high water and rough seas) are expected in 36 hours or less.

Stay tuned to local weather authorities and have a plan to stay safe in the event of a hurricane watch or warning.   

Websites such as chathamemergency.org and nhc.noaa.gov are great resources to get reliable local and national information for hurricane preparedness.   

If your home or business has water damage from a hurricane or thunderstorm, give SERVPRO of Savannah a call 912-234-9690.  We are ready to respond to Savannah, Pooler, Tybee Island, Port Wentworth, Bloomingdale, and anywhere in between.