Midwestern states comprise six of the 10 states where tornadoes have increased the most since 2022. Indiana saw the most tornadoes — nine — that reached an intensity of EF-2 or greater in 2024.

Oklahoma is in the heart of the states traditionally labeled "Tornado Alley." But over five decades, tornado frequency has increased in other areas.

Don't treat tornado watches or warnings lightly. Deadly twisters can hit in Mississippi all year. See what the weather data ...

the most recent data available. The NOAA data splits tornadoes into multiple “segments.” If a tornado crosses a county or state line, it begins a new segment. Therefore, long-track tornadoes ...

Spring has arrived, and with it, the peak of the severe weather season across the United States, and forecasters say the ...

The entire state of Mississippi faces the threat ... and EF3 with wind speeds of 111-165 miles per hour. "Most likely there will be a tornado watch or two and numerous warnings through the day ...

The Joplin tornado cut a 20+ mile path across the heart of the southwest Missouri town, killing 158 people and injuring ...

Spring 2024 was one of the most active tornado seasons ... which frequently develop into tornadoes. 2 Homeowners in high-risk states have seen premiums rise in response, with some insurers ...

But in recent years, weather experts have noticed a potential shift in the states where tornadoes occur most often. And this year, a team of long-range experts from AccuWeather are predicting the ...

Tornado frequency has risen sharply over the past three years, especially in the Midwest and South. Home insurers are raising rates in response.