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Is Tornado Alley shifting east? Here's what new research says

Posted on May 21, 2025May 21, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Tornado season is here and where those twisters strike may be shifting. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — New research shows powerful storms are hitting farther east, raising new concerns about severe weather safety and preparedness. Tornado season is here and where those twisters strike may be shifting, as researchers say there could be a new Tornado Alley. The term Tornado Alley was first used in the 1950s to describe parts of Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas and Nebraska. For…

Is Tornado Alley shifting east? Here's what new research says

Posted on May 21, 2025May 21, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

WRAL Severe Weather team forecasts "near-average" number of tropical systems in 2025

Posted on May 20, 2025May 20, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

A lot of us don’t even want to think about hurricane season, especially since Debby and Helene did a number on North Carolina in 2024. Helene was so destructive, the name will never be used again. Names are retired by the World Meteorological Organization when storms are more deadly and destructive (ie. Helene, Michael, Katrina, etc.). 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast The WRAL Severe Weather team is forecasting a near-average number of systems this Atlantic…

'I thought my son was dead' | Mom reunites with her son after Kentucky tornado rips through home

Posted on May 20, 2025May 20, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

After a tornado in Kentucky nearly took her son from her, resident Tara Hollifield said she is thankful to God for being so lucky. LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. — In a miracle of survival, one mother’s son is alive after being pulled from the debris of her destroyed home. At least 19 people are dead and several others are injured after a tornado tore through Laurel County, KY, on May 16, according to Gov. Andy Beshear. Now,…

She and her husband were going downstairs for safety from the tornado; she didn't make it

Posted on May 20, 2025May 20, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

When the tornado hit, 60-year-old Rena Lyles was holding hands with her husband, trying to take shelter. Her family says the loss is unbearable. ST. LOUIS — What used to be a three-story brick home in the Fountain Park neighborhood is now nothing more than rubble and dust. But to one family, it was everything. An EF3 tornado touched down in the St. Louis area Friday and left a path of devastation that was more…

More severe weather pummels the central US as thousands recover from deadly tornadoes

Posted on May 20, 2025May 20, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Areas at risk of thunderstorms include communities in Kentucky and Missouri that were hit by Friday’s deadly tornadoes. LONDON, Ky. — More tornadoes plowed through the central U.S. on Monday and thousands were without power as people from Texas to Kentucky continued to clean up from days of severe weather that killed more than two dozen people and destroyed thousands of homes and buildings. At least four tornadoes were confirmed in Oklahoma and Nebraska on Monday…

What you do before and during a tornado could mean the difference between life and death

Posted on May 19, 2025May 19, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

36 seconds ago People are pick through the rubble of a house that was leveled in Elkhorn, Neb., on Saturday, April 27, 2024. Residents began sifting through the rubble after a tornado plowed through suburban Omaha, demolishing homes and businesses as it moved for miles through farmland and into subdivisions. (AP Photo/Nicholas Ingram) ATLANTA (AP) — With new innovations and technology, scientists have learned from major tornado outbreaks over the years how to improve safety guidance. During…

Tyler Police rescue 60-year-old man trapped in creek during severe weather

Posted on May 19, 2025May 19, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

“Their dedication and bravery saved a life last night,” the Tyler Patrolman’s Association said. “This is the heart of service.” TYLER, Texas — The Tyler Patrolman’s Association said officers rescued an elderly man during severe storms in East Texas. They said officers learned of a 60-year-old man Saturday who suffered from serious health concerns and hadn’t received his medication. The association said officers were able to find the man trapped in a creek bed, injured…

NWS confirms 5 tornadoes in overnight North Texas storms: Here's what we're seeing

Posted on May 19, 2025May 19, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Overnight storms caused significant damage west of Fort Worth, impacting Palo Pinto and Collin County. GORDON, Texas — The National Weather Service Fort Worth office confirmed five tornadoes in association with major storms overnight that left significant damage in North Texas. The National Weather Service Fort Worth office first confirmed an EF-1 tornado in the Gordon area in southern Palo Pinto County, with estimated peak winds at 105 mph. A WFO Fort Worth storm survey…

NWS confirms 5 tornadoes in overnight North Texas storms: Here's what we're seeing

Posted on May 19, 2025May 19, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

NWS confirms EF-1 tornado in Gordon area in overnight North Texas storms: Here's what we're seeing

Posted on May 19, 2025May 19, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Overnight storms caused significant damage west of Fort Worth, impacting Palo Pinto and Collin County. GORDON, Texas — The National Weather Service Fort Worth office confirmed an EF-1 tornado in the Gordon area in southern Palo Pinto County in association with major storms overnight that left significant damage in the area. NWS’ Fort Worth office said the tornado was confirmed by a storm survey team, which estimated peak winds at 105 mph. Additional surveys are…

NWS confirms EF-1 tornado in Gordon area in overnight North Texas storms: Here's what we're seeing

Posted on May 19, 2025May 19, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Overnight storms caused significant damage west of Fort Worth, impacting Palo Pinto and Collin County. GORDON, Texas — The National Weather Service Fort Worth office confirmed an EF-1 tornado in the Gordon area in southern Palo Pinto County in association with major storms overnight that left significant damage in the area. NWS’ Fort Worth office said the tornado was confirmed by a storm survey team, which estimated peak winds at 105 mph. Additional surveys are…

EF-0 tornado confirmed in Dare County

Posted on May 18, 2025May 18, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

The NWS has confirmed a brief tornado hit Wanchese, N.C. Thursday evening, with 80 mph winds. No injuries were reported. DARE COUNTY, N.C. — We’re learning more from the National Weather Service after it confirmed a tornado touched down in Dare County, N.C. during strong storms earlier this week. The EF-0 tornado hit the ground in Wanchese Thursday evening. It lasted for about two minutes around 5:20 p.m., traveling 0.8 miles and reaching wind speeds…

Houston families, emergency crews prepare for Hurricane season

Posted on May 17, 2025May 17, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Hurricane season starts June 1. HOUSTON — With the start of hurricane season just two weeks away, emergency crews and families across Houston are making sure they’re ready. At UTHealth Houston’s McGovern Medical School in the Texas Medical Center, that preparation includes a high-tech, multi-layer flood protection system — and an annual emergency drill they’ve held for more than two decades. Robert Emory, better known as “Safety Bob,” is the vice president of Safety, Health,…

'The devastation is tremendous': St. Louis reeling after tornado

Posted on May 17, 2025May 27, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

A confirmed tornado in St. Louis kill five, injure dozens, and damage thousands of structures, leaving over 80,000 without power. ST. LOUIS — The city of St. Louis is under a state of emergency after a confirmed tornado tore through the area Friday leaving 5 dead, more than three dozen injured, 5,000 buildings damaged and power out to close to 100,000. “The devastation is truly tremendous,” said Mayor Cara Spencer of the first fatal tornado…

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