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<h2>Monitoring Weather in Real-time</h2>
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<p dir="auto">To follow real-time situation in the area, choose <strong>Satellite</strong> or <strong>Radar layer</strong> on Windy</p>
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<p dir="auto">Both layers show real-time lighting data to watch incoming storms</p>
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<p dir="auto">In addition, you can use the <strong>Hurricane Tracker</strong>, to follow any hurricane/typhoon/severe storms in the area</p>
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<h2>Monitoring Weather Forecast</h2>
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<p dir="auto">Select the layers such as rain and <strong>thunder, rain accumulation, thunderstorms, weather warnings</strong> or the feature <strong>hurricane tracker</strong> to view relevant data</p>
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<p dir="auto">Compare <strong>different weather models</strong> (ECMWF, GFS, ICON, etc.) to get a comprehensive forecast. This helps in understanding the likely path and intensity of the monsoon</p>
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<h2>Setting Up Alerts</h2>
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<p dir="auto">Enable location-based alerts to get updates relevant to your specific area - this feature is particularly useful for localised monsoon preparation.</p>
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<p dir="auto">Set up custom alerts by clicking firstly on the heart icon, then on the bell icon in the app.</p>
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<p dir="auto">Choose relevant parameters such as rainfall amount, wind and timing. This ensures you receive timely notifications about significant weather changes.</p>
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<h2>Editing an alert</h2>
<p dir="auto">If you wish to remove an alert, simply go to your Profile &gt; Find the alert &gt; Swipe left on it &gt; Choose "Edit" &gt; Scroll down and press "Delete alert".</p>
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