How to stay prepped for severe weather: Chief Meteorologist Jesse Walker weighs in
FARMERSBURG, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — This week is Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Indiana, and even though the temperatures outside are nice and warm, it's important to stay vigilant for severe weather conditions.
That's why for the next several days, the National Weather Service is working with local and state governments to inform people of the dangers of severe weather.
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During Severe Weather Preparedness Week it would be a good time to make sure your family has a plan in place for all types of events.
Here are some tips about the importance of being prepared for severe weather from WTWO/WAWV Chief Meteorologist Jesse Walker.
Walker started his discussion on the terminology of tornado notification. The reason for this is that there is often a misunderstanding between a tornado watch and a tornado warning. First there is a tornado watch, which means that the weather forecasted has favorable conditions that would make a tornado likely to appear. You can remember this a little easier by knowing if its a watch you should 'watch out' for a tornado. When a tornado warning is in effect, it means that someone has spotted a tornado, either on the radar or storm spotter. On rare occasions, a tornado emergency can also be issued. Walker said tornado emergencies are reserved for when a particularly large tornado is confirmed and headed for a populated area.
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Walker also went into what to do in case of a tornado. Walker said the easiest way to stay safe is to remember low and inside. The best course of action is to go indoors and head to the lowest part of the building. Also, small inside rooms such as hallways, closets, and bathrooms are places to get to, but the best place is a basement. Walker also added that it's good to stay away from windows, doors, and outside walls. Walker also had on screen that it's good to cover yourself in blankets or a mattress for extra protection from the elements. Walker ended the discussion by stating that we could have some strong to severe thunderstorms coming in on Friday.
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