But even we are susceptible to severe weather. Thunderstorms can produce flash flooding, damaging winds, hail and even tornadoes.
Winter storms can bring high winds as well as heavy snow to the mountains.
To effectively warn for the protection of life and property, the National Weather Service must have a thorough handle on current weather conditions throughout this region. Unfortunately, long distances separate National Weather Service offices. Although weather satellites and new doppler weather radar use the latest technology to provide a wealth of information to forecasters, no tool has yet been developed that can replace a human observation of the weather in a local area at a specific time. You are under no obligation and cannot be compensated. It helps others and could save lives.