Be prepared for severe thunderstorms, tornadoes and hurricanes

by Kate Evans

Late summer and fall bring cooler weather and a colorful array of autumn leaves, but it can also bring severe thunderstorms, deadly tornadoes and dangerous hurricanes.

Hurricanes, tornadoes, severe thunderstorms and extremely high winds can knock out power, air conditioning and heating and communications to homes and businesses for days.

These kinds of events can leave residents wondering how to prepare. Public safety officials say it’s smart to have two weeks of…