Knowing what to do when you see a tornado, or when you hear a tornado warning, can help protect you and your family. During a tornado, people face hazards from extremely high winds and risk being struck by flying and falling objects. After a tornado, the wreckage left behind poses additional injury risks. Although nothing can be done to prevent tornadoes, there are actions you can take for your health and safety.
Tornado Preparedness from Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
How can I protect myself from a tornado?
- Know Your Tornado Terms
- What to do before a Tornado
- What to do during a Tornado
- What to do after a Tornado
Tornado Preparedness from Center for Disease and Control and Prevention (CDC)
- Being prepared for a Tornado
- Signs of an Approaching Storm/What to do during a Tornado
- What to do after a Tornado
Severe Weather from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
- Information about Severe Weather - NOAA Watch: NOAA's All-Hazard
- Monitor: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration: U.S. Department of Commerce