How to handle getting caught outside during a tornado

When the dark thick storm clouds and strong winds come in from the south are combined with lightening and periods of rain and hail, this often is followed by a tornado. Most people have a 'contingency plan' for this type of thing however if caught outside away from your home, things can be more of a problem.

Difficulty: Challenging

Instructions

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   If a warning is issued, head for a protected area such as storm shelters, caves, basements, tunnels, underground parking, interior corridors and hallways of concreted buildings.

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   Dangerous places would to be in cars, house trailers, or any parked vehicle, tents, large structures with poorly supported roofs, Gymnasiums, Auditoriums, or areas near windows.

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   If you are outside, move away from the tornado path at a right angle. If there is no time to escape, lie flat in a ditch, ravine,culvert,or under a bridge and protect your head.

[Gracie1402]

on 10/4/2008 a lot of great information!

[amylaine]

on 7/9/2008 Great article, I am not for sure why so I might be wrong but here in tornado country we are taught to stay clear of bridges. It is best to lay flat in a ditch and hold on.

[Sondrac]

on 6/9/2008 Since I live in Florida this advice is great for me.

[Pixie1976]

on 6/5/2008 I live in Tx. tornado capitol! Thanks. I had never thought too much about what to do away from home. I'm usually at home when they hit.

[AbbyNormal]

on 5/25/2008 Thank you!