In Oklahoma, a tornado emergency was issued. How uncommon are they?

The second tornado emergency of the year in the U.S. was issued Thursday in Enid, Oklahoma. The tornado caused at least ten people to be injured and damaged about 40 homes. Emergencies are a third, ...

May 11 marks Texas’ deadliest, strongest tornadoes — Waco and Lubbock

Texas tornado history on May 11 includes Waco’s deadliest F5 tornado and Lubbock’s destructive F5 storm on the Fujita scale.

Was there ever an F6 tornado? The 1970 Lubbock storm and what happened

The 1970 Lubbock tornado linked to Fujita scale debates and Texas Tech research that later helped develop the Enhanced Fujita ...
Colts Wire

Is that a tornado watch? Warning? When you should take cover

Michigan's tornado season typicaly lasts through August. Here's what you need to know about watches, warnings this summer.

Tornado watch issued? Here's what to do when sirens go off

Tornado safety guide for severe weather season: what to do during a warning, driving safety tips, emergency kits, and common tornado myths to avoid.
Democrat and Chronicle

Tornado warning issued? What to do when sirens sound

Peak tornado season is underway is some parts of the country. Severe storms have ripped through the region and some twisters have touched down in the Empire state - including an EF-1 that ripped ...