Tornado Facts and Safety

5/27/2019 (Permalink)

Be Prepared and Aware 

Springtime weather, while beautiful, can often be unpredictable, so it is good to always be prepared for the chance of severe thunderstorms that lead to the perfect conditions for a tornado touchdown. Ohio’s peak tornado season is generally April through July, but tornadoes can and have occurred in every month of the year.

Know the signs of a tornado. Be alert to changing weather conditions. Look for the following danger signs:

• Dark, often greenish sky
• Large hail
• A large, dark, low-lying cloud (particularly, if rotating)
• Loud roar, similar to a freight train
• If you see approaching storms or any of the danger signs, be prepared to take shelter immediately

Make sure to understand the difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning. A watch is issued when the conditions are favorable for tornadoes, while a warning is issued when a tornado has been reported by spotters or indicated by radar. Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or to your local radio or television stations for the latest weather and safety information.

Tornadoes sometimes leave devastation for miles in the areas they touch down. While meteorologists and weather services can provide some advanced warning to potential threats, tornadoes can still occur with little to no warning at all.

Source:https://www.weathersafety.ohio.gov/tornadofacts.aspx

If a tornado has impacted your home or business, please call SERVPRO of Licking County at 740-587-0938. Let our professional team do the cleanup with the proper procedures to keep you, your home or company safe.