The Tri-State Tornado: The Deadliest Tornado in American History
According to the National Centers for Environmental Information, tornadoes are the second deadliest natural disasters in the United States, having claimed hundreds and thousands of deaths. These tornadoes come barreling into Texas, especially in Dallas and Fort Worth, wreaking havoc everywhere, uprooting trees, and sending debris flying around. The deadliest of the deadly was the […]
Where Should You Install a Safe Room?
Tornadoes are the bane of the existence of for Texan residents. In Dallas, Fort Worth, and surrounding areas that are at a high-risk of tornado outbreaks each year, residents have to frequently brace themselves for this calamity. While most of these tornadoes don’t result in many fatalities, they ravage the cities and often cause irreversible […]
Revisiting the October 2019 Dallas-Fort Worth Tornadoes
Spring and summer are two of the most blissful seasons. The warm summer breeze and the sweet scent of flowers blooming everywhere are enough to make any bad day better again. Unfortunately, spring and summer are also the most active times for thunderstorms across the United States—especially in the second half of October and the […]
Tornadoes 101: The Basics
Texas is one of the most sought-after states to live in America due to its good value housing, great school districts, and various spectacular landscapes. With so many cities, each with their distinctly rich histories, there’s nothing you won’t find in this red state. The state enjoys varied weather, from humid in the east and […]
The 3 Best Places to Have Storm Shelters Installed in Your Home
Traveling at more than 200 miles per hour, tornados cause devastating damage, obliterating anything that comes in their way. The United States experiences around 1,000 tornados every year, a majority of which occur in Texas. Some sections of the state are even dubbed “Tornado Alley”. It’s a no-brainer to have a steel room in your […]
How to Help Your Pets Stay Calm during Tornadoes and Thunderstorms
Animals can get worked up during thunderstorms. Like humans, they are also terrified by the noises made during storms. Some animals have it harder than others. They express their emotions by getting loud against the thunder or by recoiling in fear. You will be required to deal with them to calm down and stay comfortable […]
How Basic First Aid Can Keep Your Family Safe in a Tornado
According to Murphy’s Law, “Anything that can go wrong, will go wrong”. It’s wise to always prepare for the worst, as life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans. Health hazards exist all around us, be it in the form of the utensils we use or external items that we come in contact […]
Signs to Look Out for Before a Tornado Strikes
Tornadoes are highly unpredictable weather events and can be difficult to forecast in advance. However, thanks to the tireless work of weather experts, scientists, storm chasers, and the like, patterns have been observed and studied to help predict these weather events before they strike.
Why Tornadoes are So Difficult to Predict and Understand
Tornadoes are vertical columns of air that are generated in supercell storms and come in contact with the ground. They are classified as weather events and often minuscule compared to other more universal events, making them highly specific in their nature.
4 Surprising Benefits of Having a Storm Room in Your Home
If you’re living in Fort Worth or Dallas, TX, you probably already know the risks and dangers that tornadoes and thunderstorms pose. These unpredictable and often violent weather events are the reason why many people have increasingly begun investing in storm safe rooms and shelters for their homes.
