tornadoes

Researchers say nighttime tornadoes are worst nightmare

harminka — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 12:41:23 -0600

A new study by Northern Illinois University scientists underscores the danger of nighttime tornadoes and suggests that warning systems that have led to overall declines in tornado death rates might not be adequate for overnight events, which occur most frequently in the nation's mid-South region.

Tornadoes in central US kill nearly two dozen people

admin_huliq — Sun, 11 May 2008 21:48:50 -0500

At least 23 people have been killed in late afternoon tornadoes that ripped through the central United States on Saturday May 10 with over 150 reported injured and at least three people are missing. Tornadoes hit towns on the Missouri and Oklahoma borders which caused significant damage.

Virginia Tornadoes Cause Governor To Declare Emergency

admin_huliq — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 08:24:48 -0500

The cities of Colonial Heights and Suffolk in Virginia are severely affected by the Virginia Tornadoes. The latest news is that Governor Kaine declares statewide emergency to coordinate response to severe tornadoes.

President Bush Surveying Tornado Damage in Tennessee

seher — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 12:13:43 -0600

President Bush is visiting Tennessee to survey the damage caused by a series of deadly tornadoes that ripped through the south-central United States this week.

Tornadoes Across US South Kill at Least 11

seher — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 11:57:40 -0600

U.S. law enforcement officials say at least 11 people have been killed and dozens injured as tornadoes and thunderstorms tore through parts of the U.S. south.

Are parking garages safe during hurricanes?

harminka — Fri, 29 Jun 2007 01:43:14 -0500

During hurricanes, parking garages commonly are used by car rental agencies and car dealerships to shelter vehicles.