When severe weather threatens, you often hear about tornado watches, but a "PDS" watch is a different beast entirely. We'll break down why this specific alert means the danger is far more serious than usual.
The term "PDS Tornado Watch" trends during severe weather outbreaks, especially when powerful, long-track tornadoes are anticipated.
Recent events, like the devastating tornadoes that hit parts of the Midwest and South, often involve PDS watches issued by the Storm Prediction Center (SPC).