Most tornados occur during the late afternoon or early evening between March and June, but they can strike at any time, day or night. Know when thunderstorms are in the forecast, and listen for watches and warnings. Utilize Severe Weather Awareness Week to prepare. Stay tuned to this station for tornado information. It could save your life.
Weather conditions are right for tornados.
If a tornado warning is issued for your area, move to a nearby permanent shelter or take cover in a ditch or ravine. Do not try to outrun the tornado in your car, or seek shelter under your car or mobile home. Do not try to drive away from the storm. If you have time, get inside a building. If not, lie flat in a ditch or ravine and cover your head with your arms.