Automated warning system is ready, but some siren failures persist

May’s tornado exposed flaws in the emergency notification system, some of which still present problems. Six months after the ...

6 months later, tornado sirens still struggle to sound

As we approach the six-month anniversary of the May 16 storm, St. Louis City’s tornado alarm system remains troubled.
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WEATHER WEDNESDAY: Tornado Watch, Warning & Safety

NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) – Following Monday’s three confirmed tornadoes, it’s only appropriate that for this week’s WEATHER WEDNESDAY we explore the difference between a Tornado Watch and Tornado Warning ...
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NWS failing to meet tornado warning standards, IG finds

National Weather Service forecast offices have failed to provide sufficient advance warning of tornado outbreaks that are shredding homes and businesses with alarming regularity, a Commerce Department ...
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'Major' Tornado Warning For 2 U.S. States Thursday

'Major' Tornado Warning For 2 U.S. States Thursday originally appeared on The Spun. Although summer is finally here, tornado season in the United States isn't over just yet. On Thursday afternoon, ...
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Southeast Louisiana tornado threat: Knowing the difference between a Tornado Watch and Tornado Warning

A severe storm moving over Southeast Louisiana could bring the threat of tornadoes. It is important to know the difference between a Tornado Watch and a Tornado Warning. The National Weather Service ...