When dangerous weather nears, residents are urged to be aware, listen to the radio, weather scanner or TV an keep an eye to the sky.

A Tornado Watch is issued to alert people to the possibility of a tornado developing in the local area. At this point a tornado has not been seen but the conditions are very favorable for tornados to occur at any moment.

A Tornado Warning means that an actual tornado has been sighted nearby and/or detected by weather radar. Seek shelter immediately!