Tornadoes - Finding Shelter

9/7/2018 (Permalink)

Tornadoes are violently rotating columns of are that are created by a thunderstorm and tunnel to the ground. Tornadoes can be very destructive to buildings, vehicles and create deadly objects to fly threw the air. Tornadoes can happen anytime and anywhere. Winds can reach over 200 MPH.

Find Shelter When Under A Tornado Warning

• If you can safely get to a sturdy building, then do immediately.
• Go to a safe room, basement, or storm cellar.
• If you are in a building with no basement, then get to a small interior room on the lowest level.
• Stay away from windows, doors, and outside walls.
• Do not get under an overpass or bridge. You are sager in a low, flat location.
• Watch out for flying debris that can cause injury or death.
• Use your arms to protect your head and neck.