Coverage Modes
Different weather, different coverage
Below is our lineup of Coverage Modes we offer when a significant weather event occurs that falls under the criteria.
Severe Coverage Mode
Severe Coverage Mode (SCM), is enabled if a significant severe weather event is occurring.
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Day 1 High-End ENH, MDT, or HIGH convective risk issued by the SPC
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Day 1 HIGH risk for Excessive Rainfall issued by the WPC
Subtle SCM activations
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3+ PDS Tornado Warnings or 1+ Tornado Emergency
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1 or more Flash Flood Emergency issuance
Winter Coverage Mode
Winter Coverage Mode (WCM), is enabled if a significant winter weather event is occurring.
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Severe winter storm that is expected to last multiple days
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12-18 inches of snow expected in some areas
Subtle WCM activations
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3 or more Blizzard Warnings in effect
Tropical Coverage Mode
Tropical Coverage Mode (TCM), is enabled if a significant tropical weather event is occurring.
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Tropical event that is expected to make significant impacts
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Hurricane Warning or Watch issuance
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