A Complete Guide to Tornado Preparedness for Texas Residents

Indoor safe room.

Tornadoes are a formidable force of nature that, for Texas residents, are a recurring threat. Being prepared can make all the difference in staying safe during these violent storms. In this comprehensive guide to tornado preparedness, we’ll walk you through essential steps to ensure you and your family are ready for the worst, including the […]

Can I Tornado-Proof My House?

A large grey colored house with white fences.

Tornadoes are one of nature’s most destructive forces, capable of causing immense damage to homes and property. While it’s impossible to completely tornado-proof a house, there are steps homeowners can take to minimize the risk of damage and increase their chances of safety during a tornado. In this blog, we’ll explore the concept of tornado-proofing […]

Tornado Alert: Quick Actions to Ensure Your Safety During a Tornado

A large black tornado approaching a wide land.

Tornadoes are one of nature’s most destructive forces, capable of causing immense damage and posing serious threats to human life. While they can occur at any time of the year, tornadoes are most common in the spring and early summer months, making it crucial for individuals and communities to be prepared. In this blog, we’ll […]

What The Tornado That Struck Houston In January Teaches Us About Tornado Safety In Texas

The wreckage of a building destroyed by a tornado

The 2023 Houston tornado caused great destruction in its wake. There were collapsed buildings, blocked roads, stranded motorists, and about 88000 people lost power. Tornadoes are natural disasters that will always leave us a little bit helpless in predicting them or escaping damage, even with the best-built tornado shelters. However, there are still ways to minimize damage […]

What Causes Tornadoes and Why Are They So Dangerous?

A newly forming tornado in Texas

Texas has more than its fair share of dramatic weather. Sometimes it’s majestic and beautiful, but sometimes it’s just scary. One weather event that’s particularly prevalent in Texas and slides most easily into the scary category is the widely feared tornado. These storms are so intense that many build dedicated safe rooms in their homes to keep […]

Signs of a Tornado

Signs of a Tornado

Tornadoes are deadly, so it is important to know the signs. Here are a few signs of Tornado:

A Quick Guide to Surviving a Tornado

A tornado in a field

A tornado is a column of air that extends from thunderstorms and rotates violently. While they can develop anywhere, they are particularly dangerous in North America. Every year, approximately 1,000 tornadoes strike the United States, killing 80 people, injuring 1,500 people, and causing billions of dollars in damage. Tornadoes can be terrifying, especially if you don’t know […]

Survive an F5 Tornado: Choose a Go-To Shelter in Your House

A storm struck a building

Your and your family’s safety is important in a time of extreme weather crisis. Do you have a go-to place in the house in case a tornado or severe hurricane strikes? To survive a tornado as violent as F5, National Weather Service (NWS) recommends an underground or lowest place possible at your home or building. […]