If caught in these types of buildings, go to a small, interior room. Evacuate mobile homes and campers for more sturdy shelter. Motorists should use all available information to avoid approaching tornadoes. The safest action is to abandon the vehicle for a sturdy building. Do not use overpasses as reliable protection.
Overpasses often produce a wind tunnel effect that can be very dangerous.
The traditional advice to lie in a ditch or culvert should only be considered as a last resort if quick access to a building or shelter is not possible. In addition to addressing the elements for reducing risk during tornadoes, the AMS is calling on government agencies, community leaders, private industry, the media and the general public to do even more. We encourage government agencies and the media to continue education efforts. We believe government and community leaders should work to upgrade building codes for even safer homes. We want to see shelters where they are needed such as crowded outdoor facilities and mobile home communities.