Severe weather awareness week underway

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Severe weather awareness week underway

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By Nick Austin, Meteorologist / Reporter - bio | email

CHATTANOOGA, TN (WRCB) -- Severe Weather Awareness Week for the State of Tennessee begins Sunday and runs through Friday.

The purpose is to highlight the importance of being ready for severe storms before they strike and provide tips on how to best protect yourself from injury when they strike.

The peak season for severe storms and tornadoes in the Tennessee Valley is March, April and May.

Each day this week will feature a specific topic to help you better prepare for impending dangerous weather.

For more information click here.

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