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Why Burke Got No Storm Warning | Washington DC News
When a monster storm tore through Burke last month, residents were furious they didn’t get any warning—especially since the county texts about taxes. Officials say alerts were sent via Fairfax Alerts, but only to those signed up—and they didn’t activate the broader Wireless Emergency Alerts system. Meteorologists clarify that “watch” vs. “warning” matters: a watch means it’s possible, a warning means it’s happening. The NWS labeled this storm as destructive—comparable to a tornado warning. Experts urge having multiple alert layers for backup. Fairfax County vows to review its response to…
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