Get Ready Month - Quick Tip: When the Siren Sounds…
Posted on | May 23, 2007 |
The tornado sirens just sounded here in Minneapolis. What should you do when they go off where you live?
If the tornado sirens sound:
1. Watch the sky to assess the current weather conditions.
2. Gather everyone inside and away from windows.
3. Stay alert. Monitor your local radio or TV stations for the latest updates, news or evacuation information - or check their sites online.
- The stations will tell you which counties or areas in your state are under current weather watches or warnings.
- The stations will also tell you when the watches or warnings are likely to expire - meaning when the severe weather has passed.
- They will also tell you if any tornadoes have been spotted or which way they might be headed.
4. Keep an ear out for warning sirens — but remember that sometimes you may not be able to hear them or they might not be sounded in time.
5. If you hear the sirens or if a tornado is on its way, head to the lowest level in your home and stay away from windows.
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