Tornado Outbreaks
Tornado outbreaks: April, May and June peak-season primer
It's peak tornado season. We briefly examine the top outbreaks from April-June.
Tornado News
Busy March for twisters to end with another multi-day event
A dip in the jet stream is blasting toward the central United States and poised to wreak a new round…
Tornado Outbreaks
Everything but locusts: NWS shines in apocalyptic weather
A historic storm system swept through the central, southern and eastern U.S. from Friday through the weekend. Led by experts…
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Girls Who Chase: Empowering Female Storm Chasers
In a field historically dominated by men, Jen Walton has emerged as a transformative figure with her pioneering initiative, Girls…
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The Storm Doctor: Dr. Jason Persoff
Jason Persoff, MD, SFHM, is recognized globally for his expertise in storm chasing. He earned his Bachelor of Science in…
Tornado Videos
Top tornado videos of 2023
Tornado numbers were near or above average. A chase season peak in June provided numerous spectacles.
Tornado Outbreaks Tornado Videos
March 31, 2023 tornado outbreak videos
One of the more widespread tornado outbreaks in years, from Iowa and Illinois to Arkansas.
Tornado Seasonal Outlook
Spring 2023 seasonal tornado outlook
The active start of the year could be a sign, but a mid-March pattern change could limit the upside potential.
Tornado Videos
Top tornado videos of 2022
A near average year for tornadoes across the country, with a cool season bend. We've gathered the most intense videos.
Tornado Outbreaks
Andover, Kansas struck by intense damaging tornado
The twister quickly popped up near sunset and rapidly turned violent.
Tornado Outbreaks
Georgia sees second EF4 in as many years
On April 5, a slew of supercells slammed Georgia. One spawned a violent tornado near Pembroke.
Tornado Climatology
Annual and monthly tornado day averages by NWS forecast area
Many offices of the Weather Service see five or more tornado days in the average year.