Learn ASL

In this busy world, it just isn’t realistic to hope that every broadcast meteorologist could become fluent in ASL. Instead, I, alongside a chapter of the association of the deaf, a licensed interpreter, and broadcast meteorologists 25 key phrases were identified as the most important for meteorologists to use during dangerous weather of all types ranging from tornados to hurricanes. The use of these simple phrases will help to keep communities of d/Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals informed when dangerous weather is near.

Top 25 Words and Phrases to Know

Start Here! Click here for resources on a few phrases that will get you going and cover the words and phrases that will cover most situations.

More Words That May Come in Handy

More specific words to learn that may be useful for your market.