What To Know. A tornado watch is in effect across large parts of central and eastern North and South Carolina until 1 p.m. ET on Wednesday. Major cities covered by the tornado watch include ...

If you're not sure what you should do for a tornado warning vs. a tornado watch, here's the difference between these two terms — and why that matters.

What is a tornado emergency? A tornado emergency is the National Weather Service’s highest alert level. It is issued when a violent tornado has touched down in the watch area.

As Hurricane Helene pushed toward the U.S. mainland on Thursday, at least 25 million people were under a tornado watch. While tornadoes don’t typically get the same attention as hurricanes ...

When the NWS Storm Prediction Center issues a tornado watch for an area, it means tornado development is possible and people in the area should be prepared to respond quickly if a warning gets issued.

When it comes to severe weather events like tornadoes and flash floods, what's the difference between a watch and warning, and which is worse? Latest U.S.

Tornado season is upon us in Texas. So before the sirens wail, here's what to know about how to stay safe and current conditions.

What to do during a tornado watch: Stay informed by monitoring local NWS alerts and weather radios.; Review your home's emergency plan and identify your safest shelter.; Ensure your emergency kit ...