All commercial radio and television stations are in constant receipt of this information and in turn broadcast the same to their listeners. TCU Campus Police and HVAC Control Center have weather radios which are in constant use when severe weather is threatening. Based on Weather Service information, the Office of Emergency Preparedness may sound emergency sirens strategically placed about the city. These are to warn people of imminent danger. Look for signs of debris below the visible funnel.
Some tornadoes are clearly visible while others are obscured by rain or nearby low-hanging clouds.
Have frequent drills. Know the county in which you live, and keep a highway map nearby to follow storm movement from weather bulletins. Have a NOAA Weather Radio with a warning alarm tone and battery back-up to receive warnings. Listen to radio and television for information. If planning trip outdoors, listen to the latest forecasts and take necessary action if threatening weather is possible.