Tornado Preparedness Tips From the National Weather Service
Tornadoes can damage or destroy anything in their path in seconds, leaving lasting impacts. With climate change driving tornado outbreaks year-round, organizations must continually review and update their preparedness and recovery plans.
Warning Coordination Meteorologist Jennifer Dunn and her team at the National Weather Service combine forces with storm spotters and on-the-ground reporting to ensure everyone in a storm’s path receives life-saving information as quickly as possible.
Listen in to learn:
- Key takeaways from 2023 tornado activity
- How the transition out of El Niño influences tornado conditions in 2024
- Tornado risk factors for organizations
- Tips for effective severe weather emergency plans
- How to alert employees to act fast in a tornado emergency
The Employee Safety Podcast is hosted by Peter Steinfeld, SVP of Safety Solutions at AlertMedia.
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