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Stay Informed

• Regularly monitor local news channels, radio stations, and official weather websites for updates from the National Weather Service (NWS).
• Sign up for Resident Alertsemergency alerts to receive information on tornado warnings or shelter locations.

Evacuation & Sheltering 

• Follow designated evacuation routes and seek shelter in sturdy buildings or designated tornado shelters.

• If you hear warning sirens, seek shelter immediately.

• Avoid staying in mobile homes or vehicles during a tornado.

• If you cannot reach a shelter in time, seek refuge in a low-lying area such as a ditch, covering your head and neck with your arms and hands to protect against flying debris.

Develop an Emergency Plan

• Identify tornado shelter locations in your area, such as basements or interior rooms on the lowest level of your home.

• Establish a meeting point outside of the affected area in case family members are separated during a tornado.

• Assign responsibilities to family members, such as packing essential supplies or assisting others with mobility issues.

• Gather important documents like identification papers, insurance policies, and medical records in a waterproof and portable container.

Secure Your Property

• Trim trees and remove any loose branches that may become hazardous during high winds.

• Reinforce windows and doors with storm shutters or plywood.

• Secure outdoor furniture, equipment, and other objects that could be blown away or cause damage.

For more information, please visit the following links: 

http://weather.gov/fwdweather.gov/fwd

https://www.spc.noaa.gov/https://www.spc.noaa.gov/

https://www.weather.gov/safety/tornado-hazardshttps://www.weather.gov/safety/tornado-hazards