Having reliable, loud, and timely emergency alerts on your phone or device is important because when severe weather strikes, ...

Sometimes the weather is getting stormy and gray, and suddenly you get an alarming alert on your phone with the word "tornado" in it - maybe a watch, maybe a warning. But depending on which it is ...

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Why outdoor warning sirens remain crucial in extreme weather From tornadoes to severe storms, extreme weather season brings heightened risks and the need for preparedness.

St. Louis' emergency management commissioner has been placed on administrative leave, the mayor said, after tornado sirens failed to be activated ahead of Friday's storm.

The La Crescent Police Department says that when a siren is sounded, something life-threatening is happening. Sirens are only sounded when a tornado is sighted or reported and verified by an officer ...

Before severe weather strikes, it's important to have a plan to get vital weather information. Here are some of the best ways to get alerts right on your phone.

If you're not sure what you should do for a tornado warning vs. a tornado watch, here's the difference between these two terms — and why that matters.

Why outdoor warning sirens remain crucial in extreme weather From tornadoes to severe storms, extreme weather season brings heightened risks and the need for preparedness.

Why outdoor warning sirens remain crucial in extreme weather From tornadoes to severe storms, extreme weather season brings heightened risks and the need for preparedness.