Have you ever wondered why some hurricanes are stronger than others, how to prepare for a tornado, or what storm chips are? Nick and Ellie discuss storms and localized disaster preparedness, including the differences between different types of storms, and how to prepare for new weather events. 

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Want to start figuring out how to be prepared for the types of storms in your area? Check your local news and weather stations for information in your area, and at these links for more general weather advice:

Examples of weather alert systems around the world: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ExkFr-k5Ek

Red Cross hurricane prep checklist: https://www.redcross.org/content/dam/redcross/atg/PDF_s/Preparedness___Disaster_Recovery/Disaster_Preparedness/Hurricane/Hurricane.pdf

Red Cross tornado prep checklist: https://www.redcross.org/content/dam/redcross/atg/PDF_s/Preparedness___Disaster_Recovery/Disaster_Preparedness/Tornado/Tornado.pdf

Red Cross winter storm safety: https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/winter-storm.html