[LeArc] Tornado Warning Systems To Be Tested Tommorow!

[Brandon Sullivan]

Watch & Warning: Know the DifferenceTornadoes
can be one of the most destructive storms that occur in Illinois.
Illinois averages about 42 tornadoes each year. Many of our tornadoes
have been reported in the months of April, May and June – although they
have occurred in every month of the year. The peak time of the day for
tornadoes is in the late afternoon and early evening, although keep in
mind that nearly one third of tornadoes in Illinois occur after dark.
Being prepared for a tornado can save your life.
 







A TORNADO WATCH
means that conditions are right for some thunderstorms to produce
tornadoes within the next few hours. Watch the sky, be prepared for
threatening weather, and listen closely for warnings.

 



 

A TORNADO WARNING
means that a tornado has been reported by a trained storm spotter, or
that a National Weather Service meteorologist has detected a developing
tornado on radar. Get to a place of safety immediately! Many times, Tornado Warnings are issued several minutes BEFORE the tornado has even formed. Don’t go outdoors looking for it – seek a safe shelter! 


 

 

 

On Tuesday March 3rd at 10:00 AM CST…a TEST TORNADO WARNING will be issued for all Illinois counties.  Outdoor warning sirens will also be tested in many areas at the same time. The
National Weather Service, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency,
local Emergency Management offices, and local broadcasters all highly
recommend that you use this time to conduct a tornado drill at your
place of business, school, and home.