Did you know that tornadoes are ranked on the Enhanced Fujita Scale from EF0 (weakest) to EF5 (strongest)? Secure major appliances with “L-brackets” to lessen the chance that they’ll shift or fly through the air during a tornado. Learn how to quickly disconnect breakers in the service box for your water, gas and electric. If there’s time before a storm, turn off these utilities. In case of a tornado, always make sure your insurance policy is up to date and provides enough coverage for your home and belongings.

Tornado Watch means: Conditions are conducive to the development of tornadoes in and close to the watch area. Tornado Warning means: A tornado has actually been sighted or indicated on radar and is occurring or imminent in the warning area.

Tornado season just began! Tornadoes are more likely to form from April through July. Tornado information follows.