Tornadoes form when warm, humid air

collides with cold, dry air.

Before a tornadohits, discuss a

plan & practice it.

Set up a meansof communication.

Know the closestevacuation center.

Build or designatea safe room forrefuge during a

storm.

Gather the things needed to ride out

the storm.

Be prepared for power outages.

Keep your most important

documents handy.

If a warning siren sounds, immediately

take shelter inside and stay away from

windows.

Never try to outruna tornado.

Know what to watchfor during a storm.

Don't leave your home and try to

drive away from a tornado.

If on the road, goto a ditch and

cover your head.

In a home, put on your shoes

and a helmet.

Stay informed andlisten for updated

conditions.

Arrange and securehousehold items.

Create anemergency kit.

Tornado watch indicatesconditions are right fortornado development

and are possible.

Tornado warning indicates a tornadohas been spotted

in your area.

When in a structurefind the mostinterior room.

In a mobile home ortrailer, find the nearest secure

structure.

If in an open field, get close to the groundand cover your head.

A tornado emergencymeans that you seekappropriate shelter

immediately.

Wait it out and never leave your shelter untilthe storm has passed.