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If you ever see a big black cloud with a funnel-like extension beneath it, watch out! It could be a Tornado! Here is a list of what to do if you ever in a Tornado!
When you hear the Tornado Watch, keep your eye on the sky for signs of a possible Tornado and watch KLTV for up to date information. When you hear the
Tornado Warning, act to protect yourself!
What To Do If...
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You Are In Your House
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Get away from windows- they may shatter and glass may fly.
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Go to the basement- if there is no basement, go to an inside closet, bathroom, or hallway on the lowest level of the house.
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Get under a mattress- protect your head
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You Are In School
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Go to an inside hall on the lowest floor.
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Crouch near the wall. Bend over with your hands on the back of your head.
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Keep away from glass and sty out of big rooms like the gym, cafeteria or auditorium.
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Keep a batter powered radio on.
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Listen for news about the tornado. Stay indoors and stay away from windows and doors.
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You Are Caught
Outside
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Get out of a car and go into a house or building.
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Do not try to outrun a tornado in a car. Tornadoes can pick up a car and throw it through the air.
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If you're caught outside, lie in a ditch or crouch near a strong building.
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Always cover our head with your hands.
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You Are In A Mobile Home
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GET OUT!
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Even if it is tied down - a mobile home can be shattered by a Tornado.
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The entire mobile home can be picked up and dropped.
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Go to a safer place.
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Some mobile homes areas have storm shelters - go there!
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If not - Go to a ditch and lie down and cover your head with your hands.
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Remember when a Tornado is coming, you only have a short amount of time to make life-or-death decisions! Advance planning and quick responses are the keys to surviving a Tornado!
Here is a list of supplies you should have for a disaster kit.
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