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Weather Spotter’s Field Guide - National Weather Service
Weather Spotter's Field Guide Roger Edwards A Guide to Being a SKYWARN Spotter DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration National Weather Service . June 2011. The Spotter's Role Section 1. The SKYWARN Spotter and the Spotter's Role The United States is the most severe Weather - prone country in the world. Each year, people in this country cope with an average of 10,000 thunderstorms, 5,000 floods, 1,200. tornadoes, and two landfalling hurricanes. Approximately 90% of all presidentially . declared disasters are Weather -related, causing around 500 deaths each year and nearly $14 billion in damage.
Be alert for emergency vehicles, pedestrians, and other road and traffic hazards. If you stop, remember to watch for traffic and to be aware of the potential effects of the storm. Pull out of traffic and keep away from trees, power lines, and signs. Never stay in a vehicle under large trees or signs in high wind conditions.
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