How many tornado watches were issued so far in 2015? ________ This is the lowest on record since
1985, when there were how many? _______________ How many days was the streak of now severe
thunderstorm or tornado warnings? _______________
What is “tornado inflation?”
Instead of the clash of the northern jet stream (from Canada) and the subtropical jet stream (from the
Gulf of Mexico) creating a boundary for severe weather, explain what happens instead. Include what
precipitation is formed.
Where is the greatest risk of tornadoes usually located in March? Do some research and find out what
this area is usually called.
Summarize why a quiet winter doesn’t mean a quiet spring? Give examples of years that were quiet
after a quiet start and years that were very active (including the year that was record setting) after a
quiet start.
What is your severe weather plan? Include where you go, what you take with you, and who’s in charge
of what. If you don’t have a plan, get with your parent/guardian and make a plan with them. (RUN is
NOT a plan!)