Safe safe this tornado season.

March is the beginning of tornado season in many parts of the country, peaking in April, and decreasing in May and June. Tornadoes tend to come from the southwest, south, or west, and peak time for tornadoes to hit differs per region. Early morning tornadoes are almost as common as late afternoon ones in some southeastern states. In northern and western states, peak hours are from late afternoon to early evening.

To make sure a tornado doesn’t catch you or your family, spend some time planning for safety this tornado season using the tips below.

Purchasing a Tornado-Safe Home

The best way to plan ahead is to purchase a tornado-friendly home, if possible. Brick and mortar homes are preferable due to stability, but may not be in your budget.

Purchase a home with tornado-safety features, such as a storm shelter or reinforced basement.
Buy in a location that is in a less-traveled tornado path, …