Tornadoes occur most often in the late afternoon or evening, and in the Spring. But they can occur at any time of the day and in any season . Wind speeds in a tornado may exceed 300 miles per hour . An average of 100,000 thunderstorms occur each year in the United States. About 1,300 tornadoes develop from these storms .
Conditions are right for tornado development, but none have been sighted.
No special action is required, but monitor for changing weather conditions. Monitor 146.940 for status reports and an all-clear message. AT HOME Go to the basement or an interior room on the lowest level of the building. Get under a sturdy piece of furniture. Go to a pre-designated shelter area.