November 12, 2007 by ParsonsWeather.com.

Public information statement from the National Weather Service:

November 12th through 16th is winter weather awareness week in the mid south. People are asked to take some time and prepare for the upcoming winter season.

Over this week we will bring up a few winter weather issues and ways to avoid dangerous situations. During each weekday…a different winter weather topic will be covered in a public information statement…

Today…winter weather watches…and warnings

Tuesday…frostbite…and hypothermia

Wednesday…winter weather travel tips and safety rules

Thursday…winter precipitation types

Friday…winter safety for your home

Here are a few terms the National Weather Service uses with winter weather.

Winter Storm Watch…

a Winter Storm Watch means that dangerous winter weather is possible and you need to be alert to changing weather conditions and avoid unnecessary travel.

Winter Storm Warning…

a Winter Storm Warning means severe winter weather has begun or are about to begin in your area. Stay indoors during the storm. If you must go outdoors…several layers of lightweight clothing will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Wearing gloves and a hat will prevent loss of body heat. Cover your mouth to protect your lungs. Understand The Hazards of windchill. Walk carefully on snowy…icy sidewalks.

The National Weather Service reminds you to be prepared before winter storms strike. Have extra batteries for flashlights…food and water…extra medication…first-aid supplies…and blankets for additional warmth available in case of emergencies. Be ready for winter storms by listening to NOAA Weather Radio or your local news station.

During winter storm emergencies…stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio for information and emergency instructions. Post emergency telephone numbers by the phone and keep enough supplies in your home to meet your needs for at least three days. Prepare for winter weather before it arrives.

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November 1, 2007 by ParsonsWeather.com.

Public information statement from the National Weather Service.

October 2007 was unseasonably warm with above normal rainfall.

The midsouth experienced an unusual October as conditions across the area were wet and unseasonably warm. The above normal precipitation was not a result of any tropical system which is usually seen in previous years when high precipitation amounts occur in October. Instead the midsouth had several low pressure systems and upper level disturbances which increased our rainfall.

Even with the abundance of rain…October 2007 still managed to reach in the top 10 warmest octobers on record. Above normal temperatures occurred across the midsouth for most of the month with exception of October 21 through October 26 where well below normal temperatures were experienced due to a large upper level disturbance. If it were not for that span of 6 days…the midsouth would have likely recorded one of its warmest octobers ever.

Jackson McKellar-Sipes Regional Airport data from 1948 to present.

Top 5 highest precipitation amounts for October:

October 2007 temperature ranks (normal):

High temperature rank: 14th warmest with 75.5 (73.8).

Low temperature rank: 8th warmest with 52.4 (48.5).

Average temperature rank: 9th warmest with 64.0 (61.2).

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Parsons had 6.91 in. of rainfall in October.

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