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Learning Severe Weather Safety
When is a tornado or severe thunderstorm watch issued? A tornado or severe thunderstorm watch is issued whenever conditions exist for severe weather to develop. Watches are usually for large areas about two-thirds the size of lower Michigan and are usu- ally two to six hours long. Watches give you time to plan and prepare. Generally you can go about your normal activities but keep an eye to the sky and an ear to your weather alert system whether on your phone, TV, or radio.
When is a tornado or severe thunderstorm warning issued? A WARNING, on the other hand, requires more immediate action and should be taken seriously. A severe thunderstorm warning indicates that severe weather is imminent in your area or is already oc- curring (based on either human observa- tion or Doppler radar). The term severe refers to hail greater than or equal to one inch in diameter and/or wind gusts that meet or exceed 58 mph.
The local National Weather Service (NWS) office issues a tornado warning whenever NWS Doppler radar indicates a thunderstorm is capable of producing a tornado, or when a tornado has been sighted by a credible source.
Warnings are issued specifically for areas expected to be impacted in a shape of a polygon. These warnings are lim- ited to sections of a county or a group of counties and usually last for 30 to 90 minutes in length.
How fast do tornadoes travel?
Tornadoes generally travel from the southwest at an average speed of 30 mph. However, some tornadoes have very erratic paths, with speeds approach- ing 70 mph. The average Michigan tor- nado is on the ground for less than 10 minutes and travels a distance of about five miles. However, they do not always follow the norm and have been known to stay on the ground for more than an hour and travel more than 100 miles.
How do I find out about a warn- ing if my electricity is already out? A NOAA Weather Radio All-Hazards with battery back-up capability is your best source to receive the warning. In some areas, civil emergency sirens may be your first official warning. Smart- phone apps or various websites might help too.
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