Tornado Safety

With severe weather season upon us, you want to make sure you are weather aware and know what to do if you find yourself in a dangerous situation. If you are driving and see a tornado, experts say that you never want to pull under an overpass. Winds can increase as they funnel under the bridge and fling debris at very high speeds underneath, flying debris is the biggest threat with tornadoes. Also, the wind direction can change quickly as the tornado moves past, you might think that you are protected but as winds shift it can bring flying debris from different angles. It is also dangerous because of other vehicles still driving by that could potentially hit you. You also don't know the structural integrity of the bridge or overpass, and it could collapse on you.

What you want to do is try and find a structurally sound structure or building to take cover in. If you cannot find that, experts say that you should look for a ditch or low lying area and lay low while covering your head with your arms. If there are no ditches or low lying areas, then stay in your car and stay buckled up, while still protecting your head.

Never try to out run a tornado, they can travel very fast and don't follow roads, and you could get stuck in its path. If you do have to continue driving its recommended that you drive at a 90° angle from the tornado.

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