#TornadoStrong 2024 – A New Twist on Tornado Safety and Prevention Strong Homes, Safe Families!

The podcast episode features a conversation between host John Zarrella and Leslie Chapman-Henderson, President and CEO of the nonprofit Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH), discussing tornado safety and recent findings from the 2024 #TornadoStrong Survey. They highlight the importance of preparedness and dispel misconceptions surrounding tornadoes, emphasizing actionable steps homeowners can take to protect themselves. The episode aims to empower listeners with practical knowledge to enhance community disaster resilience.



Topics


#TornadoStrong campaign goals (1:00)
Tornado perception history (2:57)
Public misconceptions regarding severe weather (7:00)
Safe rooms and shelters that provide near-absolute protection (11:39)
U.S. tornado activity - snapshot by county (13:55)
Using building code diagnostics to identify upgrades that can save your home (16:44)
Can a garage door save your home? (17:49)
What’s new for #TornadoStrong? (23:22)



Links and Resources


TornadoStrong.org
2024 Topline Survey Report
2024 News Release
Tornado Safe Rooms Options
Tornado Watch vs. Warning
Extreme Storm Shelters
InspectToProtect.org
Buyer’s Guide to Resilient Homes Tornado Checklist



Connect With Us


John Zarrella
Leslie Chapman-Henderson



Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH)

Toll-free: 877-221-SAFE (877-221-7233)

Email: info@flash.org