Tornado Alley shifts to the Southeast, storm shelters become more popular

Tornado activity in the Great Plains has decreased by 25% in the last 35 years, while it has increased by 12% in the Southeast, leading to the emergence of a new Tornado Alley in states like Missouri, Arkansas, and Tennessee. The rise in tornadoes has caused a surge in demand for storm shelters in the Southeast, with Nashville Safe House Owner Mark Brasfield reporting a significant increase in sales and installations. Residents like Lawrence Behrs have opted to invest in storm shelters for peace of mind as tornado warnings become more frequent in the region, with the National Weather Service in Nashville already issuing 14 warnings this year.

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