Where should you be during a tornado to be as safe as possible?
The very safest place to be during a tornado is far away from it, but if that's not possible, these are the finest locations to endure one.
Municipal shelters or FEMA saferooms are available in some tornado-prone communities. Find out whether one of these exists in your neighborhood and be aware of the best route there.
A tornado shelter
This is your best option if there is time. This is the purpose of any tornado shelter that may be present in your home.
A tornado shelter
The central area of the basement, away from windows, is the safest place to be if you are at home when a tornado strikes.
The basement
If you don't have a cellar, the safest place is a ground-floor interior room without any windows. The most dangerous part of a tornado is likely to be flying glass and other debris.
Center room on the ground floor
If possible, take cover beneath a large table in your interior area. Protect your head and wrap yourself in a mattress or blanket.
Under a table or a blanket
If you are driving and you spot a tornado coming, pull over as far away from any trees and structures as you can. The National Weather Service advises that you get out of your car and, if possible, lay flat in a ditch or gully.
A ditch
Always keep your head covered. Don't scurry around under your automobile. Additionally, avoid attempting to outdrive the twister because you can't predict its course and doing so increases the likelihood of a collision.