Are you afraid of storms?

Are you afraid of storms?

Storm storm anxiety can sometimes be very difficult to handle.

In the spring and summer, storms are almost guaranteed every week.

Storm team 10's david siple explains how you can overcome your fear of severe weather.

Pk} to some, this sound can be calming.

Relaxing even.

To others, this causes fear, anxiety, and stress.

Storms are unavoidable here in the wabash valley.

We can't stop storms from forming, but we can certainly find ways to cope with these stressors.

Stand u} camio david siple storm team 1} when i was younger, i was terrified of storms. especially at night.

Not knowing where that next lightning bolt may strike, how loud the thunder may be, and just an overall sense of uncertainty, scared me.

V} having a fear of storms is very common.

Even just hearing on tv "and then the possibility of some storms tomorrow" may trigger those racing thoughts.

Unfortunately this fear may even hinder how you react if severe weather does come your way.

Standu} but that fear drove me to learn more so i can be better prepared.

Not being able to control your surroundings can be the main trigger for the anxiety or stress over storms. but being able to understand it, and comprehend it, may help you out.

V} having a plan in the event of severe weather to keep you safe, can lessen the anxiety, because it is the uncertainty of not knowing what to do, can fuel it.

Talk to the storm team.

Our forecasts and even our explanation of the science of some weather phenomena will help you become more prepared.

Our goal is to help our viewers better understand these intimidating events.

Staying weather aware and remaining calm during severe weather can help you weather the storm.

Standu} camio david siple storm team 1} facing a fear is scary.

But knowledge is power.

Books like these, can help teach children about all kinds of weather, as well as help ease any fear.

Whether it's your parent, a friend, or the storm team, we will always be here to make sure you know what lies ahead in the skies.

On my front porch watching the skies, i'm storm team 10 meteorologist david siple.

Back to you.

I'll have your full i'll have your full forecast...coming up after the break.

But first...here's a look at your numbers from today.

You're watching news 10 at 6 on wthi.

Tonight a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 9pm.

Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60.

West wind 5 to 7 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Saturday a 30 percent chance of showers, mainly after 5pm.

Mostly cloudy, with a high near 79.

East southeast wind 5 to 7 mph.

Saturday night a chance of