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Severe weather explained in plain English. No meteorology degree required.
Watch vs. Warning
The most important thing to understand
What's the difference between a Tornado Watch and a Tornado Warning? One means "look out" — the other means "take cover NOW."
Reading the Map
Understanding what you see on the Live tab
What are those colored shapes? Why do they change? Learn to read the warning map like a pro.
Understanding Outlooks
Making sense of SPC forecasts
What do those risk levels and percentages mean? Learn how meteorologists forecast severe weather days in advance.
Understanding Radar Types
9 layers explained in plain English
HD Radar, Forecast Radar, Storm Cells, Satellite — what each layer shows and when to use it.
The EF Scale
Tornado intensity ratings explained
From EF0 to EF5 — what the ratings mean, how they're assigned, and what kind of damage each level causes.
Tornado Safety
What to actually do when it matters
Where to go, what to do, and common myths that could get you hurt. Practical safety advice for every situation.
How Alerts Work
Never miss a warning that matters
How Tornado Path monitors warnings and alerts you by phone call, text, or email when danger is heading your way.
