What does it mean when a Tornado Watch is issued?
A”Tornado watch” will be issued by McLean County Emergency Management Agency when atmospheric conditions are such that a tornado could develop in the McLean County Area. During a “Tornado Watch” university personnel should be aware of changing weather conditions, and should be prepared to move to a place of safety if the”Tornado Watch” should be upgraded to a”Tornado Warning” (For a listing of Tornado Shelter locations please reference the Tornado Shelter Location Maps in the “Resources” section on this page). Personnel should also monitor the local TV and radio stations. What does it mean when a Tornado Warning is issued? In the event a tornado is imminent to the Bloomington/Normal area, the McLean County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) will issue a “Tornado Warning” and activate the community outdoor warning sirens. On campus, a “Tornado Warning” will be issued over the ISU Emergency Alert System by the University Police Department (UPD). A “Tornado Warning” will only be issued for
