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05/03/2023

By. Michael Cady
LMD Disaster Survival Kits

Nocturnal tornadoes can be particularly dangerous because they are harder to see and can catch people off guard while they are sleeping. Unlike daytime tornadoes, which are often visible from a distance, nocturnal tornadoes may not be visible until they are very close. Additionally, people who are sleeping may not hear warning sirens or other alerts, which can increase the risk of injury or death.

To protect themselves from nocturnal tornadoes, the public should stay informed about weather conditions in their area and have a plan in place in case of severe weather. This can include identifying safe places to take shelter, such as a basement or interior room on the lowest level of a building, and having an emergency kit stocked with supplies like food, water, and first aid items.

NOAA radios can be an important tool for staying informed about severe weather conditions, including the risk of tornadoes. These radios can be programmed to provide alerts for specific geographic areas, so users can receive real-time updates about severe weather in their area. It is important to own a NOAA radio and keep it in good working order so that it can provide timely alerts in case of an emergency.

In summary, nocturnal tornadoes can be particularly dangerous because they are harder to see and can catch people off guard while they are sleeping. To protect themselves, the public should stay informed about weather conditions, have a plan in place, and use tools like NOAA radios to receive timely alerts.

04/18/2023

The recent tornadoes that swept through the United States in late March and early April have resulted in a significant number of fatalities. While the average number of deaths from tornadoes in the United States is 71, there have already been 68 deaths in the first three months of this year alone. With almost 500 tornadoes already occurring this year, it is crucial to understand the factors that have contributed to the high death toll and better prepare for future weather events.

These tornadoes were part of the atmospheric rivers that first impacted the West coast, producing tornadoes in California. As these storms traveled east, they carried all the moisture with them and met up with warmer than normal air, leading to the formation of more tornadoes. However, these tornadoes did not occur in the typical "Tornado Alley" Plains region but in the Southeast and Midwest states, which are more densely populated than the Plains states.

One of the critical factors that contributed to the high death toll was that these tornadoes occurred during the night when people were sleeping. Research shows that nighttime tornadoes are more than twice as deadly as those occurring during the day. Moreover, many homes in the Southeast and Midwest do not have basements or tornado shelters, making it difficult for people to seek safety during severe weather events.

To mitigate the risk of tornado-related fatalities, notification warnings for nighttime tornadoes need to become more effective. Additionally, it is essential to ensure that families and workplaces are adequately prepared for tornadoes. The typical tornado season runs from April to June, and based on the recent events, it is critical to remain vigilant and prepared for any weather event that may occur.

12/28/2022

Justin Klawans, Staff writer
Mon, December 26, 2022 at 7:35 AM PST·1 min read
A stranded car in a Buffalo suburb.
A stranded car in a Buffalo suburb. John Normile/Getty Images
There was no relief in sight on Monday from a severe winter storm that blanketed large portions of the United States in blizzard-like conditions and freezing temperatures.

The prolonged storm brought high winds and large amounts of snowfall as the winter weather system moved toward the east coast. The National Weather Service said the storm is expected to keep the eastern U.S. "in a deep freeze through Monday before a moderating trend sets in on Tuesday," with poor conditions likely to be seen throughout next week.

NBC News has reported that at least 50 people have died nationwide from the winter storms.

The worst hit area, though, was likely Buffalo, New York, as western portions of the state were subject to a "once-in-a-generation" type storm that brought the region to a complete standstill. Even in a city known for its winter weather woes, Buffalo continues to deal with perhaps the worst storm its residents have ever seen.

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) described the condition in Buffalo as a "war with mother nature" during a news conference.

"This will go down in history as the most devastating storm in Buffalo's long storied history of having battled many battles, many, many major storms," Hochul added.

At least 43 inches of snow had fallen by Sunday, with more expected to come Monday as the city was recording an estimated three to six inches of snowfall per hour. At least 27 people have died in Buffalo alone, The Associated Press reported.

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