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NWS Lubbock SKYWARN Training Introduction
This is the introduction to the National Weather Service Lubbock SKYWARN training program. Here we discuss the SKYWARN storm spotting program and emphasize the continued need for ground truth to provi…

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NWS Lubbock SKYWARN Training (Part 1 of 5) – Severe Weather Climatology
In this first module, we discuss severe weather climatology on both a national and local scale.

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NWS Lubbock SKYWARN Training (Part 2 of 5) – Understanding Thunderstorms
In this second module, we cover topics including thunderstorm development, behavior and recognizing common features associated with thunderstorms.

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NWS Lubbock SKYWARN Training (Part 3 of 5) – Supercells and Accessory Clouds
In this third module, we explain how to recognize supercell thunderstorms and discuss some of the most common accessory clouds storm spotters may encounter.

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NWS Lubbock SKYWARN Training (Part 4 of 5) – Tornadoes and Other Circulations
In this fourth module, we discuss tornadoes, landspouts, and gustnadoes. Additionally, clues of tornadogenesis are covered and we also show some deceptive examples of tornado look-alikes that can misl…

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NWS Lubbock SKYWARN Training (Part 5 of 5) – Reporting and Staying Safe
In this final module, we explain how to make reports of strong or severe weather to the NWS office in Lubbock, TX. We also cover important safety tips to keep in mind while storm spotting.