Thunderstorms
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The key ingredient that defines a thunderstorm is lightning. Since lightning creates thunder, a storm with lightning is...
Help Us Help Others!
The United States Search and Rescue Task Force provides services to the community at no charge. However, the cost of providing search and rescue...
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Landslides
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Damage To Homes By Landslides
WHAT ARE LANDSLIDES?
What Are Landslides?
Landslides are rock, earth, or debris flows on slopes due...
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The U.S. SAR Task Force consists of specialists from all walks of life who have a common interest in helping others in need.
We limit...
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Blizzards
What is a blizzard?
Blizzards are severe winter storms that pack a combination of blowing snow and wind resulting in very low visibilities. While...
Wind Chill Chart
United States Search and Rescue Task Force
Wind
Chill Index
Environmental Temperature °F
Calm
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Wind Speed
Apparent Temperature °F
5 MPH
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10 MPH
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15 MPH
25°
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20 MPH
20°
10°
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–35°
–45°
25 MPH
15°
10°
0°
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–35°
–45°
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30 MPH
10°
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