When and Where Do Tornadoes Strike In North Carolina

4/25/2022 (Permalink)

Tornadoes are nature's most violent storms. Spawned from powerful thunderstorms Tornado speeds can reach up to 300 miles per hour.

The state of North Carolina is no stranger to tornadoes and the damage that they cause. However, the frequency and intensity usually vary with most of the storms happening in the eastern part of the state. According to the North Carolina State Climate Office, from 1950-2019, North Carolina saw 1,387 tornadoes. That means North Carolina averages 29 tornadoes per year, with April and May's most active months.

What Should You Do?

To best be prepared for a tornado, your family should have a tornado plan in place, and you should practice it at least once a year. In addition, making sure your family knows where to shelter is critical in ensuring their safety. Also, make sure you have a Disaster Preparedness Kit available in your safe area.

If severe storms damage your home or business, contact the experts of SERVPRO of Lexington/Thomasville. Our team of highly trained professionals is available 24/7 for emergency services. Those services include:

• Roof Tarping
• Water Extraction Due To Flooding
• Board Ups
• More

Give us a call today at (336) 224-2565. At SERVPRO we’re here to help.