Tornadoes
Dangers
These can come off of your home during a tornado when there is a high amount of wind.
These types of things are usually found outside and can be dangerous. People can get electrical shocks or be exposed to other dangers.
After a tornado damages your home, dust and debris may be left behind as a result of the destruction.
How to Limit & Avoid Danger
During
Be sure to check in with your local radio weather station (EAS, NOAA Weather Radio) so you can keep yourself updated on what to do next. Follow all of their instructions when prompted to do so. Stay clear of windows, go to a safe place/shelter (the best place is the basement but if you don’t have one find a room without windows in it), use your body as protection, and most importantly, practice this routine so that you know exactly what to do. If you have something that causes you any danger, be sure to contact your healthcare provider.
IF TRAPPED
If you find yourself trapped in your home after a tornado, find a way to get people’s attention whether it be by waving your hands or sending a text. Be sure to cover your face with something as you walk through the damaged area so that you can protect yourself from any remaining dust. If you have any injuries, treat them as soon as possible by using the resources you have or can still find.
Frequently Asked Questions (coming soon)
References & Helpful Articles
- https://www.ready.gov/tornadoes
- https://uwc.211ct.org/how-to-prepare-and-safely-weather-a-hurricanetornado/
- https://www.cdc.gov/tornadoes/safety/stay-safe-during-a-tornado-safety.html
- https://www.cdc.gov/tornadoes/safety/stay-safe-after-a-tornado-safety.html
- https://blogs.cdc.gov/yourhealthyourenvironment/2016/04/01/staying-safe-in-a-tornado/
- https://www.osha.gov/tornado/preparedness
- https://community.fema.gov/ProtectiveActions/s/article/Tornado
- https://www.weather.gov/mqt/tornadotips#:~:text=Get%20to%20the%20lowest%20level,support%20or%20deflect%20falling%20debris
- https://emergency.cdc.gov/shelterinplace.asp