When is Tornado Season?

12/9/2022 (Permalink)

Tornadoes can destroy homes, businesses, vehicles, and other personal property.

When Does Tornado Season Begin?

Tornado season is a much-discussed topic in the U.S., as it's a very active tornado period. The peak of the tornado season typically occurs between March and May. However, tornadoes can occur in any month of the year, so keep an eye out for any signs that one might be headed your way.

Tornado season varies across the country, but there are some commonalities.

Tornado season varies across the country, but there are some commonalities. For example, tornado season is March through May in the southern U.S., April through June in the central U.S., and June through August in the northern U.S. However, what isn’t so predictable is when a twister will strike — not even local meteorologists can answer that question with certainty.

As you might expect, tornado frequency increases during severe weather season because of increased thunderstorm activity and instability within those storms.

Despite these guidelines, tornadoes can hit any time during the year.

Although the peak activity for tornadoes typically occurs in spring and summer, tornadoes can occur at any time of year. Tornadoes have been observed during all months of the year, including during winter and fall. In some cases, they occur early or late in the day; however, most tornadoes form between 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.

What effects can tornado damage have on your property? 

A tornado can cause a wide range of damage to your home, business, and property. Tornadoes can destroy homes, businesses, vehicles, and other personal property. They may also disrupt electricity supply lines and cause power outages that last for several days after the storm has passed.

Tornadoes often result in flooding that causes severe damage to many properties including roads, bridges, and coastal areas. Tornadoes have been known to trigger floods by removing or damaging levees or dams that hold back floodwaters.

How to restore your home or business from tornadoes?  

To restore your home or business after a tornado, it's important to know how severe the damage is and what kind of repairs are needed. If you're not sure whether a building can be repaired, hire a restoration company or insurance adjuster to assess the structure and determine if it's worth the cost.

For instance, if structural damage is extensive and irreparable, then you may need to build a new home from scratch or move out of town entirely. On the other hand, if there are only minor cosmetic problems (damage to doors and windows), then that area could be easily fixed with some elbow grease — and perhaps some paint.  

Be always prepared for tornadoes.

That may seem like a daunting task, but you can start by making sure your family is ready at any time of year. Know the signs of a tornado and where to go if you need to evacuate and have an emergency kit ready with enough supplies to last 72 hours. If possible, have a plan in place for your pets as well. To help get you started on all these things, FEMA provides helpful tips on what to do if a tornado touches down nearby.

Conclusion

Tornadoes are a part of life in the United States, and it’s important to stay vigilant throughout the year. While tornadoes can hit any time, there are some commonalities among those that occur during the spring. As you prepare your Houston,TX home or business for tornado season, make sure that you have a plan in place for what to do if one strikes.