Seek shelter in a nearby building. If shelter is unavailable, lie flat in a nearby ditch, ravine, or gully. In Open Country Seek shelter in a nearby ditch, ravine, or gully. Cover your head and be aware of possible rising water from heavy rains that often accompany a tornado. The best thing for you to do for yourself and your family is to have a plan and have prepared for when severe weather threatens.
Nature is more or less unpredictable and severe weather can strike quickly.
Have a plan for you and your family to take shelter and protect yourselves. Be aware of what the weather is doing and pay attention to watches and warnings that have been issued for the area you are in. Receive the information and take measures to protect yourself and your loved ones. A NOAA Weather Radio will notify you when a watch or warning has been issued. It will notify you when you are sleeping or awake and not disrupt your normal routine unless a weather announcement is issued.