Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind ScaleThe Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale is a 1 to 5 categorization based on the hurricane's intensity at the indicated time.
Storm SurgeAn abnormal rise in sea level accompanying a hurricane or other intense storm, whose height is the difference between the observed level of the sea…
Storm TideThe actual level of sea water resulting from the astronomic tide combined with the storm surge.
Storm WarningA warning of sustained surface winds, or frequent gusts, in the range of 48 knots (55 mph) to 63 knots (73 mph) inclusive, either predicted or occurring…
StrikeStrike means a labor dispute wherein employees engage in a concerted stoppage of work (including stoppage by reason of the expiration of a collective…
Subtropical CycloneA non-frontal low pressure system that has characteristics of both tropical and extratropical cyclones.
Subtropical DepressionA subtropical cyclone in which the maximum 1-minute sustained surface wind is 33 knots (38 mph) or less.
Subtropical StormA subtropical cyclone in which the maximum 1-minute sustained surface wind is 34 knots (39 mph) or more.
Synoptic TrackWeather reconnaissance mission flown to provide vital meteorological information in data sparse ocean areas as a supplement to existing surface, radar…