Cleaning up us in the way in towns in Tennessee after deadly tornadoes ripped homes, trees and power lines. Scattered debris is all over the affected areas in the region.
Residents in Tennessee have to struggle against colder temperatures as many Americans become homeless in the towns. The powerful tornadoes rampaged areas in Madison, Clarksville and Tennessee, leaving 6 casualties.
Tornadoes can bring devastating damage to communities, widespread power outages and travel dangers. Nocturnal tornadoes can become more dangerous when people are sleeping at night.
Tornado Cleanup in Tennessee
Aftermath of a tornado on December 10, 2023 in Clarksville, Tennessee. Powerful tornadoes unloaded in the towns of Tennessee that damaged homes, power lines and trees. Cleanup is on the way as temperatures become colder. About 14,000 people suffered from power outages in the region. In the US, about 100,000 customers had no electricity. Authorities are now working to restore the affected powerlines in Tennessee and nearby towns.
Towns in Tennessee suffered from the aftermath of deadly EF3 and EF2 intensified tornadoes. Rescuers and search operations immediately responded to the damaged areas when tornadoes finally abated.
In the Southeast, Tennessee experienced the brunt of damaging winds. Residents had also to keep safe from severe thunderstorms. In Clarksville, the tornadoes destroyed residential homes and structures.
About 14,000 people suffered from power outages in the region. In the US, about 100,000 customers had no electricity. Authorities are now working to restore the affected powerlines in Tennessee and nearby towns.
Recently, NWN reported severe thunderstorms and tornado threats in the East Texas and Tennessee Valley. The forecast warned of localized flash flooding, thunderstorms and hail conditions as heavy rain likely to unload.
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Tornado Safety Alerts: What Can People Do?
Powerful tornadoes are life-threatening in the US with severe thunderstorms. Although colder temperatures and winter are here, tornadoes are still possible.
As a result, homeowners should stay alert for tornadoes, especially in Tennessee and the Southeastern US. It can occur anytime, and leave devastating damage to life and property.
Here are essential weather reminders to keep safe from tornado threats in Tennessee and the Southeast.
Watch out for Tornado Watch and Warning
Americans should stay updated with the latest forecasts in the Southeast, including severe thunderstorms. Tornado Watch and Warning can help people to keep safe from challenging weather.
Turning on emergency and weather alerts will be helpful when the weather becomes severe.
Stay away from windows and fragile materials
Homeowners should stay alert for flying debris and materials that can bring injuries to the neck and head. People should keep away from walls, doors and windows.
Before any tornado events, homeowners should check their homes for possible materials or stuff that can likely fall. Evacuating to secured areas and shelter is also recommended to keep people safer.
While you move to safe areas, people should cover their heads with their arms or anything.
Survival kits
Emergency survival kits are life-savers during tornadoes. Roads will become inaccessible or dangerous due to flying debris.
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