More Time to Batten Down

摘要

On May 15,2009, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) began issuing tropical storm warnings earlier than ever before. According to NHC experts, advancements in track forecasts make it possible to provide greater lead time.rnResidents and managers along coastlines will get a heads up 12 hours earlier than in previous years. Within 48 hours of possible tropical storm conditions, NHC will issue a tropical storm watch. Warnings will be issued when those conditions are expected within 36 hours.