Thanks JBMat, I do have the WRAL call and a weather alert app on my iphone, along with the weather channel app with radar coverage. These were right on the money, and we knew what to expect, just not exactly where. I was actually out in the rain keeping a watch when it happened, and of course got the family into the best protection we have. After the tornado was gone, and we had not communications at all is when I really felt the need for the radio. I am not sure if any information was put out, but if it were a more long term disaster, I am sure it would become more important.