Active spring pattern across the center of our nation with several episodes of severe weather and heavy rainfall expected into next week. The potential for very large hail, long track tornadoes, severe wind gusts, frequent cloud to ground lightning strikes and flash flooding are in the outlook. Furthermore, dangerous early season heat wave continues for the Gulf Coast states into early next week. Read More >
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The National Weather Service issues forecasts and warnings to help save lives. However, in order for these to be effective, people must know what to do for protection from these hazards. It is important to have a plan of action BEFORE the event strikes, so you will be well prepared when the time comes.
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For Kids, Parents and Teachers
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NOAA / NWS Jetstream |
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NOAA / NASA SciJinks |
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NOAA's Education Resources Page |
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NOAA - Teaching Climate |
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NOAA's Teacher at Sea Program |
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NOAA Digital Library |
| NASA Web Pages | |
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NASA's Climate Kids |
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NASA Kids' Club |
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Ready.gov for Kids |
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USGS Water Science School |
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Smithsonian Weather Lab |
National Weather Service Brochures
Many of these are in PDF format; you may need to obtain a PDF reader plug-in for your browser.
If you travel to other parts of the country, you may run into unfamiliar weather situations (e.g. hurricanes, rip currents, etc.). NWS national headquarters has preparedness brochures for all types of weather. You can find them at the following link:
NWS Brochures, Posters and Booklets
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