As the monsoon continues and the Prescott area receives more rainfall, it is important to understand the difference between a flood watch and a flood warning — and how to prepare for each.
National Weather Service meteorologist Jacob Lewandowski says a flood watch is usually issued ahead of time. He explains they are issued when conditions are favorable for the possibility of flooding.
Lewandowski tells The News a flood warning is issued when flooding has been observed and is imminent:
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