Missed Tornado Warnings in Florida: How Proper Disaster Communication Systems Could Have Saved Lives
Missed Tornado Warnings in Florida: How Proper Disaster Communication Systems Could Have Saved Lives When disaster strikes, communication can mean the difference between life and death. On October 9, 2024, Hurricane Milton barreled through Florida, spawning nearly 20 tornadoes that left communities scrambling. Many residents reported they never received alerts, despite the National Weather Service