To avoid becoming a victim to weather we must practice good severe weather preparedness behaviors. Keep on eye on the sky and an ear to the television or radio when severe weather is being predicted for the area. Know what to do when a severe weather warning or tornado warning is issued. Make sure the entire family or work force knows where the storm shelter is and when to go there. Purchase a weather alert radio which will alarm you when warnings are issued, especially when you are sleeping.
Most fatalities resulting from tornadoes occur during hours of darkness when people are sleeping.
Outdoor warning sirens are meant to alert persons outdoors and were never intended to provide indoor warning for homes, businesses or schools. Do not seek refuge from a severe thunderstorm under a tree. Trees conduct electricity when receiving a lightning strike and allow anyone in close proximity to be electrocuted cause severe bodily harm or death. Stay low and move indoors. Technological-Conditions created or constructed by people such as chemicals.