The National Weather Service says all modes of severe weather are possible across middle Tennessee Wednesday and Thursday of this week (April 2 – 3, 2025), including damaging winds, large hail, tornadoes, and flooding.
It’s important to stay weather aware throughout the week.
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Severe Weather Preparedness
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- Have multiple ways to get warnings
- Make sure cell phones are charged
- Identify a safe place (basement or innermost first floor room in your home)
- Prepare Emergency Kit
Emergency preparedness kits should include one gallon of water per-day, per-person, and per-pet, for three to five days. The kit should also have enough non-perishable food for each family member and pet, for three to five days. Other items that every kit should include: flashlight, battery-powered radio, extra batteries, first aid kit, personal hygiene items, cell phone charger or solar charger, copies of important family documents, and extra supplies of medications, especially for those with chronic health conditions. - Read 7 Things You Should Never Forget When Tornadoes Strike
Remember:
- Never venture into high water, either on foot or in a vehicle.
- If you’re outside and hear thunder, go indoors immediately.
Terminology to Know
Tornado Watch
A Tornado Watch means tornadoes are possible in and near the watch area. Review and discuss your emergency plans and check supplies and your safe room. Be ready to act quickly if a warning is issued or you suspect a tornado is approaching. Acting early helps to save lives! Watches are issued by the Storm Prediction Center for counties where tornadoes may occur. The watch area is typically large, covering numerous counties or even states.
Tornado Warning
If a tornado warning is issued for your area, its time to take action. A warning means a tornado has been sighted or indicated by weather radar. There is imminent danger to life and property. Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If in a mobile home, a vehicle, or outdoors, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris. Warnings are issued by your local forecast office. Warnings typically encompass a much smaller area (around the size of a city or small county) that may be impacted by a tornado identified by a forecaster on radar or by a trained spotter/law enforcement who is watching the storm.
Flood Watch
A flood watch is issued when flooding is possible.
Flood Warning
A flood warning is issued when flooding is occurring or will occur soon.
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