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Your Safety: Preparing for a Tornado

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Tornadoes have the power to cause widespread devastation and can affect inland areas. Whether you live in a high wind area or plan to travel to these areas, knowing how to react and preparing ahead can reduce the risk of injury and help ensure your safety.

The mess and debris from a tornado.

Tornado Preparedness Highlights
  • Stock shelter with emergency kit as well as food and water rations
  • Prepare a plan for how your family will communicate should an emergency event occur
  • Be familiar with the warning signs. When a tornado watch is issued, it means conditions are right for a tornados.
  • When a tornado watch becomes a tornado warning, act fast and move to a safe room or a storm shelter
  • For more info, visit ready.gov/prepare
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