Implementing a Severe Weather Plan for VFW Posts
Whatever part of the country your organization is in, severe weather can impact your operations. Consider these statistics on severe weather from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA):
- About 1,200 tornadoes hit the U.S. each year.
- 100,000 thunderstorms occur each year in the U.S. and 10% reach severe levels.
- Damaging winds are classified as those exceeding 50-60 mph.
- In the U.S.,