We just moved to Kentucky from NY where tornadoes rarely occur (I guess it is just too darn cold there). I was just wondering how often they happen in central KY (near Louisville) because they terrify me!
Thanks!
2007-02-28 15:07:45 · 10 answers · asked by candra_calhoon 3 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Weather
Well, I live in Lexington,KY and lived in Harrodsburg for 18 years, and there's been a few come around here, some have been sighted, but few recently have dropped down. Mainly here in Kentucky you need to worry about the snow and icy roads more than anything. The stats will show KY as being higher, but you will only have to worry about them in the summer months of course (april may being worst) I can think of 2 bad ones that came through harrodsburg in the 18 years i lived there, and one really bad one in lexington. Louisville as far as i can remember hasn't been hit by a really bad one, lower Indiana got hit really bad one year, but I'd say your pretty save. Worst thing about Louisville is its rude drivers, but im sure if your from New York your probably use to it.
This first link gives the data for kentucky up until 1995 for tornadoes:
http://www.disastercenter.com/kentucky/tornado.html
Another link:
http://kyclim.wku.edu/factSheets/kyTornadoes.htm
2007-02-28 15:20:14 · answer #1 · answered by Richie H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tornadoes terrify me too. I'm not from here and I live in Indianapolis and last year we had a lot of tornado watches and warnings but we never knew about them touching down. I've done research and asked a lot of people and they all agree that tornadoes are more common in the ohio valley (which is southern Indiana, northern Kentucky and southwestern Ohio). I know this doesn't help a lot but I honestly can tell you that the more information you have, the more safe you are because you know what to look for. The national weather service website (www.noaa.com) has done wonders for me. I get the watches and warnings as soon as they come up, I can see the severe weather outlooks and threats and I know when to get underground. I am a little concerned about today's storm system (maybe you too) but if you remain calm and hear a weather radio, it will tell you when to seek shelter. You can also watch the tv, they will interrupt the regular programs to tell you about the storm (they're very good at that, sometimes they scare me more than they help, but what can you do?) But the most important thing to remember is, tornadoes travel from southwest to northeast, if there's any tornado warning for the area you live at, seek shelter (basements are more secure but you can also get in an interior room with no windows and cover yourself with blankets for the debris) keep yourself informed but don't freak out like me!!! hahahahaha. Also remember than even though there's a tornado warning, that only indicates strong rotation in the radar, the tornado may be or not on the ground but it's better to be safe than sorry. You'll get used to it, just inform yourself and remain calm. Good luck!
2007-02-28 21:56:44 · answer #2 · answered by Eli 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You are not in tornado alley, although you are somewhat prone to tornadoes. Ask an archivist or librarian in your area. They can point you towards materials that will give you an idea of tornado activity in your area.
You're a bit less than 200 miles from the tornado capital of America, which is Xenia, Ohio, but you should pretty much be OK.
I live in Cleveland, Ohio, and I have enjoyed protection from all natural disasters (other than floods) for all of my 30 years. Tornadoes are the least of your worries in terns of natural disasters. Inland Kentucky is not prone to floods, although this year we will have a LOT of snow melting
If you're concerned, watch the weather channel or the 11 o'clock news weather report before you go to bed. I don't think you have much to worry about, but to be on the safe side - ask a librarian, and watch the news. Watch for tornadoes that are coming from the west - southwest before you go to bed. This is your best early warning.
2007-02-28 15:26:51 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I feel your pain! Unfortunately severe weather is very common in the spring and also sometimes in the summer in Louisville, but fortunately every severe storm does not produce a tornado. As a child, our house was hit by a tornado, so every time they start talking severe weather I start feeling a little anxious. One little word of advice, If you do live near Louisville and get their news channels DON"T watch Jay Cardosi (32) or John Belski (3). They get turned on by the least little thing and make the weather seem way worse than it really is. Watch Ken Schulz (WHAS 11). He stays calm, doesn't exaggerate, and won't panic you for nothing.
2007-03-01 04:31:08 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, Kentucky and Ohio get tornados. Just not as many as Oklahoma and Texas in tornado alley.
2007-02-28 15:11:22 · answer #5 · answered by TTU 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Jeez, I don't know. All I know is that Tornados are REALLY known in Kentucky. Go search about it, and I'm sure you will find info about that. Good Luck. ^^
2007-02-28 15:11:13 · answer #6 · answered by Lizzie 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Tornado Louisville Ky
2016-10-13 11:26:29 · answer #7 · answered by rickey 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tornado Lexington Ky
2016-12-31 03:27:29 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The weather bureau has data on this. By the way, Louisville winters can be pretty cold, but you will find out that the summers are considerably more humid.
2007-02-28 15:13:49 · answer #9 · answered by cattbarf 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go to Homegain.com or maybe the NCOOA (Weather bureau) to get statistics.
2007-02-28 15:16:25 · answer #10 · answered by lremmell64 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋