What are the different levels of tornado warnings?
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What are the different levels of tornado warnings?
While a watch covers a broad region, a warning is issued by a local National Weather Service meteorologist for a smaller area. A warning means that either a tornado has been spotted or a radar has picked one up. If you are in an area with a tornado warning, it’s time to act immediately.
What are the 6 categories of tornadoes?
According to Enhanced Fujita Scale, the tornadoes in the United States and Canada can be rated in six categories: EF0, EF1, EF2, EF3, EF4 and EF5.
What is a tornado watch 4?
This is issued by the National Weather Service when conditions are favorable for the development of tornadoes in and close to the watch area. Their size can vary depending on the weather situation. They are usually issued for a duration of 4 to 8 hours.
Is a tornado watch worse than a tornado warning?
A tornado watch means severe weather, such as large hail or winds over 58 mph, has the potential to turn into tornadic activity. A tornado warning indicates that either a strong weather rotation could produce a tornado at any moment or that a funnel cloud has already been spotted.
How do you tell a tornado is coming?
Warning Signs that a Tornado May Develop
- A dark, often greenish, sky.
- Wall clouds or an approaching cloud of debris.
- Large hail often in the absence of rain.
- Before a tornado strikes, the wind may die down and the air may become very still.
- A loud roar similar to a freight train may be heard.
What is an e5 tornado?
An EF5 tornado is the strongest tornado on the Enhanced Fujita Scale. An EF5 tornado has wind speeds equal or greater than 201 mph (322 km/h). Damage from an EF5 tornado is described as incredible.
What part of the house is safest during a tornado?
basement
Go to the basement or an inside room without windows on the lowest floor (bathroom, closet, center hallway). If possible, avoid sheltering in a room with windows. For added protection get under something sturdy (a heavy table or workbench). Cover your body with a blanket, sleeping bag or mattress.