• Designate an area in your home as a shelter.
  • The best room is an interior one on the lowest level of the building.  It should be structurally sound and able to withstand wind and flying debris.
• Conduct a tornado drill in the spring.

During the Tornado

At Home

• Get to the lowest level or point in your home.
• Go to an area where there are no windows.
• Stay away from windows.
• Stay in the center of the room.
• Use your arms to protect your head and neck.
• Seek shelter under a sturdy piece of furniture, like a dining room table.
• Listen to broadcast news reports and stay aware of downed power lines, etc. that may cause you injury.
• If you live in a mobile or manufactured home park, get together with other residents and the park owner/manager to designate safe shelter areas in the park or community.

At Work