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1. Does the City of Weatherford have emergency public shelters?

No, the City does not have public shelters. In this area, storms develop very rapidly. It is not safe for citizens to be out in the storm once a warning has been issued. It is important that once a warning has been issued, citizens take immediate shelter inside individual sturdy structures with preferably no windows.

2. What is the difference between a watch and a warning?

A watch means that conditions are favorable for the severe weather event in or near the watch area.
Actions to take once the Watch has Been Issued:
Stay alert and pay attention to the news
Ensure your NOAA weather radio is working and has plenty of battery
Remain Alert
Be ready to move to a shelter

A warning means that a severe weather event is imminent or occurring in the warned area.

Actions to Take once the Warning has Been Issued:
Activate your emergency plan
Take shelter immediately
Tune in to local news or radio stations for additional information