Posted in Georgia April 17, 2020 by Marisa Roman

This Spring Is Forecast To Be The Most Active Tornado Season Georgia Has Seen In Years

With storms rolling through the south just this past week that produced baseball-sized hail, it leaves many residents wondering what to expect from the spring 2020 tornado season in Georgia. There have already been a few tornado outbreaks across the country, and now that we’re officially into spring, it’s best to be prepared as to what we should expect in the future. According to a few scientific calculations, some made by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA), there is a 45% chance of an above-average tornado season throughout the country. Here is what to expect in Georgia…

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Being in the southeast, unfortunately, means that Georgia is right in the crosshairs for tornadoes within the spring and summer season.

In fact, just this past week, tornadoes ripped through Georgia with dozens injured and at least eight people killed.

Georgia is no stranger to tornadoes, and while it might not be one of the states that are located within the famed Tornado Alley, there is still much we need to concern ourselves with and prepare for each tornado season.

March, April, and May are normally the months where the most tornado activity will occur, so it’s best to stay informed.

The peak time for tornadoes in Georgia is in April, so we’re smack dab in the middle of what could be a tumultuous time.

While tornadoes show up with little-to-no warning, Georgians should still have emergency preparations in place for when sirens go off.

Make sure to check your emergency supplies, which should include fresh batteries in flashlights and radios, water and food to last a few days, and implementing and discussing a plan with your family.

While tornadoes are also more likely in the mid-afternoon to early evening, they can show up at any time, so we must be diligent in preparation.

For more information about preparedness for tornadoes in Georgia, visit the weather.gov page.

What do you think about these predictions for this tornado season in Georgia? Do you have any tips to help your fellow Georgians be prepared? Share with us in the comments section!

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