Watch vs. Warning: what's the difference?
SIOUX FALLS S.D. (KELO) — Severe weather is impacting KELOLAND Monday and tornado warnings and watches have been issued for parts of the state.
Developing now; Severe weather chances in KELOLAND today
What is the difference between a warning and a watch? KELOLAND Meteorologist Jaelyn Borresen says there are four main factors that contribute to severe thunderstorms.
Moisture
Instability
Lift
Wind
A thunderstorm is considered severe when the following factors are present:
Wind gusts at or above 58 mph
Hail measuring 1″ in diameter
Tornado present on radar
Having as much protection between you and the outside is key during severe weather, Borresen says.
For the latest severe weather updates in KELOLAND, visit our weather page. You can track storms in your area using the KELOLAND Storm Tracker app.
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