| Phase | Definition: |
| No hazard. | |
Information --- Be Alert --- |
A tropical cyclone poses a possible threat in next 48 to 72 hours. |
Watch ---Prepare Yourself--- |
Tropical cyclone wind conditions are possible within next 48 hours. |
Advisory --- Protect Yourself --- |
Heavy rain and/or rough seas are forecast, but without tropical cyclone winds. |
Warning --- Protect Yourself --- |
Tropical cyclone winds are forecast within next 36 hours. |
Strike --- Seek Cover --- |
Tropical cyclone wind conditions are imminent within 6 hours. |