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Fort Leonard Wood community shelters in place for weather preparedness week | Article — A tornado touched down Dec. 31, 2010, on Fort Leonard Wood, causing an estimated $90 million in damage.
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FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo. — It is one of those sounds nobody ever wants to hear — the piercing roar of echoing tornado sirens followed by a giant voice urging listeners to shelter in place — but knowing what to do when the sound is activated can save a life. For that reason, Fort Leonard Wood participated in Missouri and Kansas Severe Weather Preparedness Week by having an installation wide tornado drill on Tuesday.

“Tornado season is generally early spring through late summer, although we are at risk of tornados year-round,” said Craig Reeves, with the Fort Leonard Wood Garrison Safety Office. He was referring to a tornado that damaged several structures here on New Year’s Eve 2010.

“It’s always

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SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, March 8, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ — Spring marks the peak severe weather season for many parts of the world. In spring, there is often a sharp contrast between cold air masses from the north and warm, moist air masses from the south. When these air masses collide, they can produce storms and severe weather. This week brings continued weather warnings across the United States from heavy snowfall, flooding, and tornadoes. Snowstorms still strand many residents in California mountains since February 28th, with thousands already without power as another round of winter weather heads their way. This is why stocking up beforehand with backup food, water, and a generator can save lives.

Take appropriate precautions to stay safe in severe weather, such as purchasing a backup generator and storing non-perishable food, as many weather-related emergencies lead to power outages.

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Fort Leonard Wood community shelters in place for weather preparedness week | Article

Spring is Peak Severe Weather Season. Prepare Before Disaster Strikes with Wise Food Storage