(Norman, Oklahoma) — An abundance of severe weather in Iowa/Nebraska is prompting theories about “tornado alley” and whether it’s moved. More tornadoes have been confirmed east of the Mississippi River this year. Rich Thompson with the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center says technology, however, may be playing a role in that…
Thomspon said forecasters have gotten better at confirming tornadoes outside of “tornado alley.” He says it’s possible the “tornado alley” concept has been flawed all along and they caution against such theories.
Forecasters are not convinced, based on improved tornado detection.
Again, that’s Rich Thompson with the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center.