A watch means the ingredients are there for severe weather. A warning means it is happening. But there are differences based on weather type.

As Hurricane Erin passes through the northern Atlantic Ocean, it could impact coastal communities around the Cape and Islands ...

Tuesday weather: Gale Warning, gusty winds and a soaking rain is coming. In this file photo, large waves crash into the South Haven Lighthouse in South Haven, Michigan.

A severe gale warning and hazardous seas declaration affected waters off Northern California on Thursday, with the National Weather Service (NWS) in Eureka urging all boats to seek safe harbor as ...