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Home

1. Go to the lowest level of home such as the basement.

2. If there is no basement, go to the inner hallway.

3. Cover yourself with a blanket to protect from flying or falling debris.

4. Keep your pet on a leash.

5. Keep weather radio on or nearby to listen for when storms are posted.

Mobile Home

1. Leave immediately and take shelter in a sturdy building.

Offices, Businesses, Apartment Buildings, and Schools

1. Go to the lowest level of the building.

2. Know tornado shelter areas ahead of time.

3. Crouch down in a hallway away from windows.

In a Car

1. Get off the highway immediately.

2. Go to a sturdy building nearby.

3. If you are not able to get to a building, lie in a low-lying ditch.

4. Do not stay in your car.

Outdoors

1. Take a weather radio with you at all times.

2. If a warning is issued, seek shelter immediately.

3. Avoid places like gymnasiums or arenas where the roof is not supported.

4. Do not get in a car.

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