A tornado watch means conditions are favorable for tornados to develop. Take precautions to protect your property and yourself.

• Account for family members.
• Move vehicles into the garage.
• Keep house and car keys with you.
• If time permits, move outside furniture inside.
• Keep you radio or TV tuned to the weather reports.
• Have emergency storm kit prepared to include candles, matches, transistor radio, flashlight, batteries and simple first aid items in waterproof containers,
• Be prepared to act quickly.

TORNADO WARNING

A tornado warning (sirens) means a tornado actually has been sighted.

• Seek shelter immediately.
• Take emergency storm kit.

At Home

• Go to basement under something sturdy or –
• Go to a room in the middle of the house (a closet or bathroom).
• Stay away from outside walls and windows.

At Work or School

• Go to designated shelter areas.
• Stay away from large open rooms and windows.
• Lie low with hands covering back of your head.

Shopping Malls

• Go to designated shelter areas or to center of the building on the lower level.
• Stay away from large open rooms and windows.
• Never seek shelter in cars in the parking lot.