How Do I Prepare For Nashville’s Fall Tornado Season?

10/30/2023 (Permalink)

How Do I Prepare For Nashville’s Fall Tornado Season?

It may come as a surprise to learn that Middle Tennessee has not one but TWO tornado seasons! 

The meeting of air masses during a change of seasons creates volatile weather conditions that can result in tornadic activity; the cold air mass from Canada and the warm Gulf of Mexico moisture come together and clash across Tennessee. 

How can you be prepared for severe weather during the fall? We’ve got some top tips to help you today. Keep reading to learn more.

What Are Some Important Preparations I Can Make Ahead Of Severe Weather This Fall?

Keep your family and North Nashville property safe during fall tornado season by preparing your location beforehand in the following ways:

• Install retractable storm shutters, which can be opened and closed immediately to guard against flying debris, protect your household members, and minimize damage inside your home or business.
• Keep trees in your yard trimmed, removing damaged or weak limbs; these could become projectiles during strong winds or tornadic activity. Be sure to clean up any heavy debris like firewood, branches, or bricks surrounding your home.
• If intense storms are forecasted for your area, store away patio furniture, trash cans, grills, or potted plants to avoid damage. Even lightweight items can become dangerous projectiles when strong winds occur, so move or secure any loose objects beforehand to prevent this. The American Red Cross recommends creating a list of items you should bring inside to make your emergency prep simpler and quicker if you need to prepare.
• The Red Cross also recommends hiring a professional to reinforce your attached garage door. Debris can break your door, allowing winds and water to enter and making your home vulnerable.

What Are The Warning Signs Of A Possible Tornado In North Nashville?

Knowing what the tornado warning signs are will help you prepare for tornado season. You may receive alerts that you are under a “tornado watch,” either by local news or other means; a tornado watch means that the present weather conditions favor violent weather.

Watch for these danger signs:

• Dark, greenish sky
• Large, dark, and low-lying clouds
• Hail 
• A roaring sound is often described as sounding like a passing train.

If your weather professionals report a “tornado warning” in the area, a tornado has been spotted on the ground or indicated by radar. You will need to take cover immediately:

• Go to the area of your home that is lowest and closest to the center interior immediately, putting as many walls between yourself and the outside elements as possible. 
• Stay away from windows and keep them closed.
• Use your arms to protect your head, and cover yourself with pillows, a mattress, or a sleeping bag. 
• Remember where large, heavy objects are on the floor above you, and stay away from the area directly beneath if the ceiling gives way. 

Having a tornado safety plan at your North Nashville home or office is essential in letting your workforce and family know where to shelter quickly.

Cleaning up after a damaging weather event like a tornado can be a significant project. When it comes to storm damage to your North Nashville home or business by a tornado, hurricane, or other severe weather, remember that the team here at SERVPRO of North Nashville is here to help you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 

We also handle many other types of disasters, such as fire damage and water damage, and we are commercial restoration experts! Call us whenever disaster strikes at (615) 242-9391!

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