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For Skylar Henson, owner of Latitude 37 Development in Wichita, Kansas, tornado shelters aren’t a luxury upgrade or an optional add-on. They’re a standard feature in every new home his company builds.In a region where severe weather is part of life, Henson believes tornado shelters in new home construction are a must-have feature for both…

To ditch or not to ditch, THAT is the question. Have you ever wondered what you would do if you were driving down the road and spotted a tornado heading your way? Our nature might direct us towards the nearest underpass and hide there until it is over. Surely an underpass is strong enough to…

Once a tornado has swept through, causing damage in your area, there are hazards that you need to be aware of so that you and others around you will stay safe.  Sometimes people get so caught up in the damages, or are ecstatic for still being alive, they don’t stop to think about other dangers…

It is difficult to predict tornadoes.  They seem to have a mind of their own.  Even meteorologists can only look at dangerous weather patterns and be on the lookout for them.  It isn’t until a tornado is spotted, either by an observer or via radio satellite, that we are even aware one is around.  This…

If you are a weather watcher, it might be beneficial for you to own a weather radio.  A weather radio is designed to pick-up weather forecasts from public broadcasting services called ‘weather radio’.  This kind of weather information has been available since the 1950’s and is a way for people across the nation to receive…

Insurance, much like a tornado shelter, is something everyone wants when they need it.  Tornado winds can cause damage to your home, your car, and even take the lives of those you love.Know and understand what your insurance covers in the event of a tornado.Policies typically cover certain threats such as hail and wind, often direct…

Even though tornadoes are chaotic and unpredictable, they tend to have their peak season when the weather is changing.  When cold air mixes with warm air, conditions are more favorable for supercell storms which can spawn tornadoes.  It is this instability in the atmosphere which wreaks havoc throughout tornado alley.  The breakdown in atmosphere can…