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A tornado is a rapidly spinning, fast moving, FUNNEL-SHAPED CLOUD.
They can strike anywhere, at any time, but most occur:
- In plains and Gulf coast area
- during late spring and summer, in afternoon.
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LISTEN TO LOCAL RADIO/TV
for National weather service reports.
- "TORNADO WATCH" alerts people to a possible tornado.
- "TORNADO WARNING" means a tornado has been sighted. Seek shelter.
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- Go to center of lower level of house - basement, interior hallway, closet or bathroom
- away from windows, doors, outside walls.
- Get under sturdy furniture or stairs.
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- Take shelter in a steel framed or reinforced concrete building, if possible.
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- Lie flat in ditch and protect your head.
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| DON'T STAY IN A MOBILE HOME! |
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AVOID BUILDINGS WITH WIDE-SPAN ROOFS! |
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DON'T STAY IN A CAR! |