0
It varies quite a bit. The average warning time is about 15 minutes.
Wiki User
∙ 8y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
How much warning time do people typically have when a tornado hits?
The average lead time for a tornado warning is 15 minutes.
What will be issued if a tornado is possible?
The possibility of a tornado results in a "tornado watch" for a certain area and time.The actual existence of a tornado results in a tornado warning which is effective until cancelled but may be limited in time.
What agency issued tornado warning on March 20 1948?
The warning, which was actually more like a tornado watch, was issued by the United States Air Force. At the time, the Weather Bureau, the precursor to the National Weather Service, forbade the mentioning of tornadoes in its forecasts.
Is there a tornado watch right now?
No. A tornado watch means the general weather conditions are favorable for tornadoes. If a tornado has been sighted then a tornado warning is issued.
How much warning can a person expect before a tornado occurs?
The average lead time for a tornado warning is 15 minutes. Sometimes you get more warning, sometimes less.
Was there an evacuation for the Waco tornado?
No. There wasn't even a warning. The tornado was detected, but due to communication problems the warning was never issued. Additionally, when a tornado is coming the advice is usually to take cover rather than evacuate, as there usually isn't enough time for an evacuation.
What is the average warning time of a tornado strike?
The average lead time for a tornado warning is 14 minutes.
How much advance warning can forcasters provide before a tornado strikes?
Average lead time for a tornado warning is about 15 minutes. In rares cases it can be over 30 minutes.
What do you do if there is a tornado watch?
Be aware that conditions are favorable for the formation of tornadoes in your area during the time specified, and have a safety plan. Not until a tornado warning is issued for your specific area do you need to take action.
How much warning time do you have for a tornado?
It varies. The average lead time for a tornado warning in the United States is 14 minutes. However, in recent years lead times have been as long as 39 minutes, while in other cases there has been no warning.
A tornado warning means that a tornado has been spotted on ground or on radar?
Much of the time, yes. However if radar detects strong enough rotation in a storm, indicating a tornado is likely to form soon, that may also prompt a tornado warning.
How many minutes before the tornado strikes can a meteorologist give an alert?
It varies, but the average lead-time for a tornado warning is 15 minutes. Sometime lead times of up to half an hour can be issued.
