Beware of Tornadoes during a Hurricane

6/7/2016 (Permalink)

Tornado Touching Down During a Storm

Weather Patterns Can Quickly Change Bringing On Storm Activity

Withstanding the torrential downpours of a hurricane is stressful enough, yet alone thinking about the possibility of tornadoes spawning during the hurricane. The meteorologist's prediction of a hurricane approaching a given geographical area brings to mind images of torrential rains, high winds, and the chance of flooding. Most people in society would not anticipate or imagine that a tornado could touch down in the process.

Typically tornadoes and hurricanes are described as individual or separate events although tornadoes can develop during a hurricane. In fact, tornadoes have been identified as one of the risks of a hurricane. It is not uncommon for there to be a tornado watch in place during a hurricane when conditions are present that develop funnel clouds. Just because a watch is in place does not necessarily indicate that tornadoes will occur, rather be prepared to keep an eye on the weather for rapidly changing conditions.

Similarly, do not discount that a tornado warning is just a precaution because of the hurricane. Changing skies and worsening weather conditions are often the only clue that this can occur with little or no warning.

Not only do we have to be aware of our surroundings and watch for rising water levels, flooding, high winds, and hail damage during a hurricane, we must be conscious of the widespread eminent destruction and Flagler Beach storm damage added by a tornado. The effects of a hurricane alone are now added to the effects of tornadoes. It is important to understand that both tornadoes and hurricanes both have the ability to cause mass destruction and high winds. Both can create bodily harm leading to an increased death toll in the weather stricken area.
 
A hurricane can last for a long duration of time ranging from a few days to weeks as it travels across water and increases in intensity. While the hurricane is over the water, the land will undergo heavy rains and winds. As the hurricane gets closer to making landfall, the conditions will become progressively worse. Once the hurricane hits land, there is a chance that tornadoes can spawn with the right mixture of winds and temperature changes. Since wind and temperature conditions frequently change during a hurricane, there is a reoccurring chance that tornadoes can develop. Whether or not the tornadoes touch down will determine if any destruction or storm damage occurs. It is possible for the tornadoes to be visible in the sky resembling what most people call twisters and never touch down. These are reasons why people must be aware of their surroundings, listen to the local weather broadcasts, and exercise safety.

To increase the chances of a successful restoration and clean up after a hurricane or tornado in your home or place of business, contact the experienced professionals at SERVPRO of Flagler County. If you are facing damage, call our expert staff at (386) 447-2202 as soon as possible to help decrease your losses and reopen your doors for business. "Like it never even happened."