Safe from the Storm: What to Do If You’re in Your Car When a Tornado Approaches
Most people know what to do if they’re inside their home or other building when a tornado approaches, but what if you’re inside a car?
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Safe from the Storm: Why Do We Have Hurricanes and Can They Be Stopped?
Wouldn’t it be great if hurricanes could be stopped or steered away from land?
Safe from the Storm: A Look Back at the Record-Setting 2020 Hurricane Season
Alabama News Network is working to get you prepared for the 2021 hurricane season. But we also want to remind you of last year’s record-setting year for tropical weather.
Safe from the Storm: Changes for 2021 Hurricane Season
Changes are coming to the 2021 hurricane season. Bluewater Meteorologist Rich Thomas outlines what is different this year.
Safe from the Storm: 2021 Hurricane Season Outlook
The 2021 hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30. We have a complete outlook on what to expect this year.
Safe from the Storm: April 27, 2011 Tornadoes, 10 Years Later
As part of Severe Weather Awareness Week, Alabama News Network is remembering the deadly April 27, 2011, tornadoes with the help of Bluewater Meteorologist Rich Thomas. It has been 10 years since that terrible day. Alabama was at the epicenter of the biggest tornado outbreak in U.S. history. There were 216 tornadoes in all and 348 deaths in six states. In…
Safe from the Storm: How Are Watches and Warnings Issued?
This is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Alabama. As part of that, Alabama News Network wants to make sure you’re always prepared for severe weather. Weather Authority Meteorologist Ryan Stinnett shows you who issues severe weather watches and warnings and how meteorologists and emergency officials stay in constant contact with each other any time there is a severe weather outbreak….
Safe From the Storm: Sheltering During a Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic is impacting the way we prepare for severe weather. We saw changes to tornado shelters and Alabama EMA officials say there will be even more changes for hurricane season. Alabama EMA Director Brian Hastings says new safety precautions will change how to shelter safely. “You need to screen and manage people coming in and then you need…
Safe From The Storm: Putting Together a Hurricane Kit
Hurricane seasons run from June 1 until November 1 each year. One of the most important things you can do now is to put together a hurricane kit. That kit should contain bottled water, a flashlight and the other usual items in case your power and water service go out. But you should also have copies of your important personal…
Safe From The Storm: How Hurricanes Get Their Names
We’re used to calling hurricanes by their names — Camille, Fredric, Andrew, Opal, Ivan, Katrina, Michael — these are a few memorable storms. But who gets to choose the names? And why are some names reused, while others are retired. Alabama News Network Weather Authority Meteorologist Ryan Stinnett gives us a look at hurricane names, including the ones being used…
