Tornado Watch

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A Tornado Watch means that conditions are favorable for the development of a tornado in your area.

You should:

Remain alert for approaching storms:
- Look for darkening skies, flashes of lightning, the sound of thunder, large hail or increasing wind. These are signs that the storm is approaching.
Look for signs of a tornado:
- An approaching cloud of debris can mark the location of a tornado. A funnel may not be visible
- Before a tornado hits, the air is often very still and the sky make take on a greenish color
- A load roaring noise similar to the sound of a freight train is often heard from an approaching tornado.
- Review the safety procedures for your home, school, business, etc.

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