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All About Weather Advisories Trivia Quiz

This quiz is based on criteria for specific advisories, watches, and warnings issued by the National Weather Service in the United States for various types of threatening weather conditions.

A multiple-choice quiz by occludedfront. Estimated time: 5 mins.

Author
occludedfront

Time
5 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
315,003

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

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Tough

Avg Score
6 / 10

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Question 1 of 10

1. When sustained winds are immediately expected to be over forty miles per hour for at least one hour in an area, what kind of advisory does the National Weather Service issue for that area? Hint

High Wind Alert

Strong Wind Advisory

High Wind Warning

Wind Advisory

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Question 2 of 10

2. What public statement does the National Weather Service release for an area expected to have very low visibility (less than 1/4 of a mile) for at least three hours? Hint

Heavy Fog Warning

Dense Fog Advisory

Fog Warning

Fog Advisory

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Question 3 of 10

3. The National Weather Service issues this warning when six inches of snow or more is expected in a 12-hour period or 8 or more inches averaged for over a 24-hour period. This statement does not meet all of the requirements for a Blizzard Warning. Hint

Snow Warning

Winter Storm Warning

Snowstorm Warning

Winter Storm Statement

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Question 4 of 10

4. During the winter, gusty winds can make already cold temperatures seem even more frigid to the skin. When the Wind Chill Index (how it actually feels outside) is below -15 degrees Fahrenheit, what type of advisory does the National Weather Service issue? Hint

Freezing Wind Warning

Wind Chill Advisory

Wind Chill Precaution

Freezing Wind Advisory

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Question 5 of 10

5. Which of the following conditions would cause the National Weather Service to issue a Winter Weather Advisory? Hint

Snow and blowing snow

Freezing rain

Sleet

Any of them

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Question 6 of 10

6. When a region is threatened by a strong thunderstorm, but the storm fails to meet the criteria for a Severe Thunderstorm Warning, the National Weather Service usually issues this alert. Hint

Special Weather Advisory

Strong Storm Alert

Special Weather Statement

Strong Storm Advisory

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Question 7 of 10

7. The National Weather Service may issue a Tornado Warning for a specific area based on all of the following criteria EXCEPT what? Hint

Reports From Local Law Enforcement

Strong Rotation Indicated By Doppler Radar

Changes In Barometric Pressure Observed Within The Storm

Trained Weather Spotter Reports Of A Tornado

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Question 8 of 10

8. If a Tornado Warning is issued, which system does the National Weather Service utilize in order to warn people in the warning area of the possibility of an impending tornado? Hint

Emergency Dissemination System

Local Warning System

Emergency Alert System

Severe Warning System

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Question 9 of 10

9. If a Tropical Storm is immediately threatening a certain area, but the area is not along the immediate coastline, which type of advisory does the National Weather Service issue? Hint

Tropical Storm Warning

Inland Wind Warning

High Wind Warning

Inland Tropical Storm Warning

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Question 10 of 10

10. When there is a high risk of brush fires in an area due to very hot, dry, and windy conditions, what advisory does the National Weather Service issue for a certain region? Hint

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Advisory

Wildfire Advisory

Fire Danger Warning

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. When sustained winds are immediately expected to be over forty miles per hour for at least one hour in an area, what kind of advisory does the National Weather Service issue for that area?

Answer: High Wind Warning

High Wind Warnings are very serious; they warn of destructive winds which can be strong enough to knock down some trees and telephone poles! If one is issued for your area, secure all loose objects outside to prevent them from blowing away.

2. What public statement does the National Weather Service release for an area expected to have very low visibility (less than 1/4 of a mile) for at least three hours?

Answer: Dense Fog Advisory

Foggy weather can pose a very serious threat to motorists because it greatly reduces how far they are able to see around them while operating vehicles. When one is issued, take extra precautions to drive safely, such as allowing more space between you and the car in front of you, and using fog lights.

Answer: Winter Storm Warning

Winter Storm Warnings might not seem as threatening as Blizzard Warnings, but the weather conditions associated with them can be almost as bad! The only exception is lower sustained winds which will not reduce visibility to a dangerous level in this situation.

Answer: Wind Chill Advisory

Very low wind chills are extremely dangerous because the lower they are, the quicker hypothermia (a serious condition in which the body's organs start to lose functioning due to bitterly cold conditions) sets in.

5. Which of the following conditions would cause the National Weather Service to issue a Winter Weather Advisory?

Answer: Any of them

Winter Weather Advisories are issued to warn about hazards for which the weather conditions are not severe enough to warrant a Winter Storm Warning. The criteria will vary according to the area of the country - any snowfall in Florida, for example, would warrant the issue of a warning.

6. When a region is threatened by a strong thunderstorm, but the storm fails to meet the criteria for a Severe Thunderstorm Warning, the National Weather Service usually issues this alert.

Answer: Special Weather Statement

Although the storm does not meet the criteria for a Severe Thunderstorm Warning, it is still a dangerous situation. These storms can still produce very heavy rainfall, frequent lightning, wind gusts up to forty or fifty miles per hour, and small hail. It is important to take shelter in a sturdy structure during any thunderstorm.

7. The National Weather Service may issue a Tornado Warning for a specific area based on all of the following criteria EXCEPT what?

Answer: Changes In Barometric Pressure Observed Within The Storm

The National Weather Service is very cautious when issuing a Tornado Warning, because this is one of the most urgent and serious warnings. The National Weather Service monitors wind shear observed by Doppler Radar to determine if a severe thunderstorm has enough rotation to produce a tornado.

The National Weather Service also considers information relayed by trained weather spotters and local law enforcement officers in determining if a Tornado Warning should be issued or not.

8. If a Tornado Warning is issued, which system does the National Weather Service utilize in order to warn people in the warning area of the possibility of an impending tornado?

Answer: Emergency Alert System

If a Tornado Warning is issued, the National Weather Service will request that the Emergency Alert System is activated. This procedure requires the Federal Communications Commission's approval, and allows the Tornado Warning and relevant information to be broadcasted via all television networks and radio stations in the area that is under the Tornado Warning. All television stations are required to perform weekly tests to ensure that this system is functional in the case of an emergency.

It replaced the Emergency Broadcast System in 1997.

9. If a Tropical Storm is immediately threatening a certain area, but the area is not along the immediate coastline, which type of advisory does the National Weather Service issue?

Answer: Inland Tropical Storm Warning

Inland Tropical Storm Warnings are different from Tropical Storm Warnings because the region impacted is not along the immediate coast and, therefore, will not experience the same conditions as coastal communities. Further inland, there is no need to worry about high waves, storm surge, and coastal flooding.

However, there are still the dangers of extremely heavy rainfall and powerful winds.

10. When there is a high risk of brush fires in an area due to very hot, dry, and windy conditions, what advisory does the National Weather Service issue for a certain region?

Answer: Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warnings are very serious because they indicate dangerously dry conditions, in which wildfires can burn out of control. Even the smallest flame can quickly grow into a raging inferno, destroying many trees and buildings, as well as posing a risk to the health of people and animals in the area.

Source: Author occludedfront

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