Tornado Watch, Tornado Warning and Tornado Emergency—How Are They Different?
When tornadoes are happening, the National Weather Service uses a variety of statements to keep you informed about the dangers you face. #TornadoWatch #TornadoWarning #TornadoEmergency
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When tornadoes are happening, the National Weather Service uses a variety of statements to keep you informed about the dangers you face.
The primary goal of any statement issued by the NWS is to protect life and property.
Some alerts are more urgent than others, and knowing their differences can help you stay safe.
Tornado Watch:
—This means conditions are favorable for tornadoes to form.
—Monitor local weather reports and be prepared to take shelter if a warning is issued where you are.
Tornado Warning:
—This means a tornado has been indicated by radar or someone has seen it on the ground.
—Move to the lowest level of the building you’re in, preferably a basement or storm shelter.
—Find a room in the center of the building and stay away from windows.
—You need to put as many walls between you and the tornado as possible, making flying debris harder to reach and injure you.
—If possible, use a helmet or other object to cover your head as well.
Tornado Emergency:
—A tornado emergency is rare and only issued by the National Weather Service when all of these criteria are met:
* A severe threat to human life is imminent or ongoing
* Catastrophic damage is imminent or ongoing
* Tornado has been confirmed by a reliable source, such as a trained spotter or strong radar evidence
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