#BePrepared - Tornado Season

Alberta’s tornado season has arrived, and it runs through September. #BePrepared and know the facts and preparedness measures to take: 

• Most tornadoes develop in the late afternoon and early evening; they are often hard to see from far away and may not have a visible funnel cloud.   

• They usually come from the south or west but can change direction quickly.

• Downloading the Alberta Emergency Alert app now can provide you critical, lifesaving alerts when tornadoes and storms occur.

• If disaster strikes, shelter in place. Whether you’re at home, at work, in your car, or elsewhere, there are best practices for sheltering when tornadoes are nearby.
 
Are you in an area prone to tornadoes or high winds? Learn what you can do to protect yourself and others.