Social Media: Tornado Safety#SpringSafety #TornadoSciencePlease help the National Weather Service spread these important safety messages on social media! Everyone is welcome to use the text and images provided below to help the NWS build a Weather-Ready Nation.Tornado TerminologyFacebookA tornado WATCH means BE PREPARED.

The difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning means the difference between taking action or taking precautions. A watch means that conditions are favorable for a tornado to occur. A warning means that a tornado has been seen or picked up by radar. A warning requires you to take shelter and brace for a potential tornado. 2020-4-13  Tornado warning alerts have been issued for areas in central North Carolina as severe weather moves through Raleigh and its surrounding areas.

A tornado WARNING means TAKE ACTION. If there is a tornado watch pay extra close attention to the weather and be ready to act, because tornadoes are possible. If there is a tornado warning, find shelter immediately, and move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building, because a tornado is occurring or will shortly. Avoid windows and cover your head to protect yourself from flying debris. Acting early helps to save lives!TwitterWatch means BE PREPARED.

Warning means TAKE ACTION. Why Do Tropical Storms Create Tornadoes?FacebookTropical cyclones spawn tornadoes when certain instability and vertical shear criteria are met, in a manner similar to other tornado-producing systems.

Almost all landfalling tropical cyclones spawn at least one tornado. Read more, and other facts about hurricanes and tornadoes, at #TornadoScienceTwitterTropical cyclones spawn tornadoes when certain instability and vertical shear criteria are met, in a manner similar to other tornado-producing systems. Read more at #TornadoScience. Tornado Warning VideoFacebookIf your area is under a tornado warning you may only have a few minutes to get to safety.

Understand what to do if you’re in a tornado warning. #SpringSafetyTwitterWhat should you do during a tornado warning?

#SpringSafetyAfter the StormFacebookIf you are impacted by tornado damage, there are a few important things to remember. Listen to local officials, stay up-to-date on the forecast, contact loved ones (to let them know you’re okay) and be mindful of debris (such as glass and nails) and downed power lines. Rune factory 2020. Have available a working radio with batteries and use flashlights instead of candles to avoid starting fires. #SpringSafetyTwitterIf you are impacted by tornado damage, here are a few important things to remember.