Tornadoes
Tornado OverviewWhen it comes to tornadoes, there’s no such thing as a “tornado season.” Tornadoes can strike anywhere at anytime. Tornadoes are nature's most violent storms. They can appear suddenly without warning and can be invisible until dust and debris are picked up or a funnel cloud appears. Be prepared to act quickly. Know the Signs
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- If it’s night, look for small, bright, blue-green to white flashes at ground level (as opposed to silvery lightning up in the clouds). These lights are power lines being snapped by very strong wind, perhaps a tornado.
- Persistent lowering of the cloud base