In
Case of a Tornado Protecting you and your family
Warnings / watches:
Remember that a watch means that weather conditions are favorable
for tornadoes and a warning means one has been spotted in your area.
- Learn the warning signals used in your community. If a siren
sounds, that means stay inside and take cover.
- Consider setting up a neighborhood information program through
a club, church group or community group. Hold briefings on safety
procedures as tornado season approaches. Set up a system to make
sure senior citizens and shut-ins are alerted if there is a tornado
warning.
Seeking shelter:
Do not try to outrun a tornado. Instead, stay calm and seek shelter.
- At home or work, seek shelter in the central part of the building,
away from windows. Basements are the best havens. If this is not
an option, take cover in the bathroom, closet, interior hallway
or under a heavy piece of furniture.
- If you are in your car, abandon your vehicle and seek shelter
in the nearest ditch if no other facility is available.
- People living in mobile homes should vacate the premises and
seek shelter elsewhere.
Protecting your property
- If a tornado watch has been issued, move cars inside a garage
or carport to avoid damage from hail that often accompanies tornadoes.
Keep your car keys and house keys with you.
- If time permits, move lawn furniture and yard equipment such
as lawnmowers inside. Otherwise they could become damaged or act
as dangerous projectiles causing serious injury or damage.
- Make an inventory of your possessions and store it off the premises.
If your belongings are damaged, this list will help facilitate
the claim filing process.
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