A bulletin issued by the National Severe Storms Forecast Center in Kansas City, Missouri, for regions, watch boxes when conditions are favorable for development of severe thunderstorms in or close to a designated area.
An outlined area where severe thunderstorms are more likely to occur within a certain time frame. Sometimes will be referred to as a "watch box". During a watch you should keep informed and watch the weather situation closely.
Conditions are favorable for the development of severe thunderstorms in and close to the watch area. Remain alert and be ready to move to a place of safety.