However, be aware that violent storm cells can cause two or more circulations. It is important to have a good view of the entire sky to avoid being surprised by another funnel that was obscured behind a ridge, buildings or a row of trees. Any time you are observing a storm, be alert to the potential of being struck by lightning. Standing near a tree or house that projects above the landscape during violent weather risks being in a deadly path of lightning discharge. Any vertical projections, especially metal structures, can readily attract a fatal electrical current.
Tornadoes occur all over Arkansas.
It is important to have a tornado plan and review it annually. If changes in a community warning sys tem have occurred or a better shelter is now available nearby, take advantage of the new opportunities. Steps to survive a tornado are simpler and more important in Arkansas than earthquake precautions. Back To Top Figure 1. Plans Everyone should have a disaster plan to survive a tornado.