Next question? Where do we go to learn how to be safe with hurricanes and tornadoes?

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I have lived in Western NY all my life so I already know what to do about Ice Storms and Snow Storms so I will trade info.LOL

Answer 1

I can help you. Know that people in mobile homes and automobiles are in the most danger. Avoid being in those when there is a tornado threat. Have a storm plan in place - everyone in the home, school, or office should know in advance where to go in case of a tornado. You should consider having drills if you live in a place where tornadoes frequently appear. Warnings are often issued on a county basis, so make sure you have a radio and a television set :p

Oh btw, a NOAA weather radio with a warming alarm will always give warnings. Buy one. Have a supply of batteries for flashlights as well as a first-aid kit.

All this planning should pay off when a tornado strikes. Never panic but movie quickly if skies appear threatening. Knowing where the closest tornado shelter is is extremely important. REMEMBER: at night or during heavy rainstorms, waiting to see the funnel before taking action can be a fatal mistake.

Underground shelters are the best. If one is not available, move to an interior room or hallway on the LOWEST floor and get under a sturdy piece of furniture. Bathrooms tent to make good shelters too. Bathtub is another good option. STAY AWAY FROM WINDOWS AT ALL COSTS.

Flying debris is what you have to watch out for. Never stick out your head and always keep it down and protected. Having a motorcycle helmet around isn't a bad idea as well.

Lastly, do not do what they did in the movie Twister. That is a bad idea that makes no sense at all. They should have been blasted by high-speed debris and would have been killed instantly.

Answer 2

Hurricanes, best to evacuate the area. Tornadoes--those are a hit and miss thing. One house can be fine, the next one totally demolished. Tornadoes-get as low as you can, and away from windows. The hallway, hall closet, the smallest area possible, as low as possible, away from windows. Hallways are safe, and if you have to get in a bathtub, put a mattress over you, and stay down. If you have an underground cellar to get to (from outsie) get into it asap. Or, if you have a basement, I heard the SW corner is a good place. Hurricanes, battne down the hatches! Get the windows boarded up before the storm approaches. Get emergency supplies, food that doesn't need to be cooked, bottled water (lots of that), flashlights, batteries, and a battery operated radio. Again, get low. Stay away from windows. When the eye of the storm (center, very calm) hits, it's so calm and quiet, stay inside, away from windows. Why? "Cause the other part of the storm will be coming thru anytime. It is best to evacuate (with your pets) as soon as you can BEFORE the storm . I hope this helps you. Take care.