A powerful storm chain has brought blizzard conditions to the Upper Midwest, with dangerous winds elsewhere and the threat of severe storms heading east.
The Enhanced Fujita Scale estimates tornado strength by analyzing damage.
If a tornado strikes, knowing the safest place in your home can help protect you and your family.
(WBRE/WYOU) — Wind advisories have been issued for much of the region Friday. A Wind Advisory is in effect for tonight and Saturday. Sustained winds will range between 10 and 25 mph with gusts of 35-50 mph. When the wind is this strong, it has the potential to cause isolated power outages and minor damage. [...]
Experts urge families to keep a ready-to-go emergency kit during severe weather season.
Understanding the difference between severe weather alerts, like watches and warnings, is crucial for safety.
Several intense supercell thunderstorms spun up at least four tornadoes in the region, National Weather Service meteorologists said.
The National Weather Service's Storm Prediction Center has given a level 3 out of 5 risk for portions of Missouri, Illinois and Indiana.
Spring is often considered severe storm season in the United States.
The threat of severe weather continued in the nation's midsection, with strong thunderstorms possible from Texas northeast all the way to Ohio and west Pennsylvania.
