Know your area’s tornado risk. In the U.S., the Midwest and the Southeast have a greater risk for tornadoes. In 2024, there were 57 confirmed tornado events in Kentucky. There were many more severe thunderstorms and extreme wind events.

It's important to be aware of current and future weather forecasts, have a severe weather plan and an emergency kit. Here's more:

Severe weather watches(tornado or severe thunderstorm) may be issued hours before a storm develops.  The sky may be sunny when you first hear a tornado or severe thunderstorm watch, but remember, a watch just means that conditions are favorable for severe thunderstorms and/or tornadoes. Make sure you run through this checklist so you're ready if severe storms DO happen.
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Immediately go to a safe location that you have identified. Bring pets with you inside the safe location, if you're home. 

In a house: A basement or interior room without windows

In a mobile home: There is NO SAFE PLACE from harm in a mobile home. During a tornado watch or warning, you should get to a shelter or other strong structure. Here's more:

Stay Aware: Continue to listen to television or radio local news or a NOAA Weather Radio to stay updated about tornado watches and warnings. Multiple rounds of thunderstorms capable of producing tornadoes are possible during severe weather outbreaks.

Contact Your Family and Loved Ones: Let your family and close friends know that you're okay so they can help spread the word. Text messages or social media are more reliable forms of communication than phone calls. Here's more: