Safety Tips: BEFORE A TORNADOBe alert to changing weather conditions. Download the WHAS11 App and turn on your notifications. Look for approaching storms. If you aren’t near at TV Listen to NOAA Weather Radio, watch WHAS11 newscasts online or our App for the latest information. Pick a safe room – a basement, storm cellar or interior room on the lowest floor with no windows., and more items.
Severe Weather Safety Tips:
A “ Tornado Watch ” means conditions are favorable for the development of severe storms that may create tornadoes
A “ Tornado Warning ” means a tornado is developing or is actually on the ground
Find shelter inside: A basement, underground shelter or certified safe-room are your best options., and more items.
Another frequent question is “What does it mean to have a tornado watch?”.
A tornado watch indicates that atmospheric conditions observed in and close to the watch area have created a significant risk for the development and intensification of severe convective thunderstorms capable of producing tornadoes, and are normally issued in advance of the onset of severe weather. If severe weather actually does occur, a severe thunderstorm warning or tornado.
This does not mean there is a tornado. This only means to be on watch and stay informed about the weather in your area in case things intensify. A tornado warning means a tornado has been sighted, or that there is a strong indication on radar that a tornado is in progress.
What is the difference between a tornado watch and warning?
The difference between Tornado Watch and Tornado Warning is their difference in their durations and actions taken. A tornado watch is giving an alert even if something has not yet been confirmed to happen and it’s most likely to happen, whereas a Tornado warning is issued when a tornado has already been taken by the radar, and it will occur.
Unlike a tornado watch, tornado warnings solely depend on the arrival of a tornado. The National Weather Service issues a tornado warning when a tornado is imminent. After a tornado warning is issued, it is important to prepare and find a place to seek shelter.
What happens after a tornado warning is issued?
After a tornado warning is issued, it is important to prepare and find a place to seek shelter. Tornadoes vary in size and intensity, with some tornadoes only lasting seconds while others can last more than an hour. Most tornadoes last less than ten minutes, however.
What should I do if I’m on a tornado watch?
Tornadoes are possible in and near the watch area. Review and discuss your emergency plans and check supplies and your safe room. Be ready to act quickly if a warning is issued or you suspect a tornado is approaching.
• If you have time, grab a pillow or some sort of cushion to protect your head. • If you’re driving, don’t try to outrun a tornado. Take shelter in a location with an interior room, a gas station or a grocery store. Avoid sheltering under bridges, which offer little protection against flying debris.
Do thunderstorms always precede tornadoes?
Since thunderstorms always precede tornadoes, thunderstorms are prevalent in the same regions as tornadoes. The National Weather Service issues a tornado watch when severe thunderstorms capable of producing tornadoes are possible in an area.