TORNADO SAFETY

When there is a tornado sighting in your city or town take cover right away. Have something to cover you such as old mattresses or a work bench. Also make sure you have a blanket, flashlight, and a first aid kit. If you don't have a basement go to a bathroom and get under strong pipes. If you have a basement stay away from the south and west walls.

When you are outside and you hear a tornado siren try to get beneath an overpass. If there is no overpass, take cover in a ditch.

If you're in school and the sirens go off, go to an interior wall or restroom and assume the tuck-and-duck position near a wall. If you live in a mobile home and there is a tornado leave them right away.

A tornado watch means that the tornado can happen. A tornado warning means there has been a tornado spotted.

Don't try to outrun the tornado if you're in you're car. Get to safety! When you're outside and a tornado is on the ground, tie yourself to a pole. Always wear shoes because the broken glass could cut your feet.

Most people who are killed during tornadoes die in mobile homes and cars.

These are the things you should do in a tornado.