Houston sees around 10-15 tornadoes per year across the metro, primarily hurricane-spawned events and spring/fall coastal storm systems. The May 2024 Houston tornado outbreak damaged parts of the metro.
2024 May Houston metro EF2 - damaged multiple neighborhoods
Hurricane Ike 2008 - tornado outbreak
Hurricane Harvey 2017 - tornado activity
Various historical events
Regular coastal storm tornadoes
Gulf Coast exposure to hurricanes
Warm season sea breeze convergence
Cold fronts descending into region
Multi-hazard weather patterns
Every landfalling hurricane brings tornado potential
Rain bands spawn tornado events
Combined preparation required
Multi-hazard family plans essential
NOAA weather radio essential (hurricane + tornado)
Family plan combining hurricane and tornado response
Interior room shelter
Understanding coastal storm patterns
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