Warning

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-003023",
  "term": "Warning",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definitions": [
    "An urgent public announcement issued by a meteorological agency when a hazardous weather event is occurring, imminent, or has a very high probability of occurring. Warnings indicate a threat to life or property and require immediate action to protect oneself and others. They are issued for phenomena such as tornadoes, hurricanes, and severe thunderstorms.",
    "A warning is issued when a hazardous weather or hydrologic event is occurring, is imminent, or has a very high probability of occurring. A warning is used for conditions posing a threat to life or property."
  ],
  "see_also": [
    "watch",
    "weather advisory"
  ],
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/warning/"
}