02/19/2026
🚨 Tennessee Severe Weather Awareness Week | Thursday, February 19
🌩 Severe Thunderstorm Safety
At Southern Insurance Associates, your safety is just as important as protecting what matters
most to you. Today’s focus for Tennessee Severe Weather Awareness Week is Severe
Thunderstorm Safety.
Severe thunderstorms are officially defined as storms capable of producing hail 1 inch or larger
or wind gusts over 58 mph. Hail of this size can damage roofs, vehicles, and landscaping, while
strong winds can break large branches, knock down trees, and even cause structural damage.
Some severe storms can bring hail larger than softballs and winds exceeding 100 mph, so
staying weather-aware is essential.
Severe thunderstorms can also produce tornadoes, dangerous lightning, and heavy rainfall that
may lead to flash flooding. Knowing what to do before, during, and after a storm can significantly
increase your safety and help protect your home and property.
🔹 Stay weather-aware and monitor local forecasts
🔹 Move indoors when storms approach
🔹 Secure outdoor items that could become hazards in high winds
🔹 Avoid windows and seek shelter in a sturdy building
Preparedness today can prevent major losses tomorrow. If severe weather impacts your home,
auto, or business, Southern Insurance Associates is here to help you recover and stay
protected. Stay safe, Tennessee!
