Tornadoes
Tornadoes can occur quickly and strike with or without warning. They are violent with winds ranging from 200-300 mph. If you find yourself in the path of a tornado, you better be prepared.
Before a Tornado:
Have a survival kit in a area that can be accessed quickly. Have a list of emergency and family numbers available.
Always have a plan that has been practiced with your family in different situations (where will you meet? etc..).
Keep a 72 hour survival kit in your car and in your home.
Have a designated room for shelter in the bottom floor level.
Keep close to a radio, listen to local authoritys direction concerning the tornado.
During a Tornado:
In buildings or homes quickly go to the basement or bottom level. Choose a room such as a closet to protect yourself. Cover yourself with blankets if available. If in a car, quickly get out and find shelter. Several deaths have come from people remaining in their cars. If shelter is not available lie down in a ditch or hallow and cover head with your hands.
In buildings stay away from windows and exterior walls. Find a small room.
Dont panic and follow you survival plan for the disaster.
After a Tornado:
Carefully, inspect your home for structural damage.
Notify friends and family of your safety.
Administer first aid to anyone with injuries, and call emergency officials. If damage is done to home, call insurance agency to make a claim.
Evaluate how you responded to the situation and what worked and what you can do better in preparing.
