This is also a very safe shelter as long as you seek shelter away from windows and pick a small enclosed area like under the stairs that lead to the basement. Also stay away from fireplace chimneys and other large items such as refrigerators, that are on the main floor. For those of you without either of the above. Avoid places with wide-span roofs such as auditoriums, cafeterias, large hallways, or shopping malls. Get under a piece of sturdy furniture such as a workbench or heavy table or desk and hold on to it.
Tornadoes can change direction quickly and can lift up a car or truck and toss it through the air.
Get out of the car immediately and take shelter in a nearbybuilding. If there is no time to get indoors, get out of the car and lie in aditch or low-lying area away from the vehicle. Be aware of the potential for flooding. If shelter is not available or there is no time to get indoors, lie in a ditch or low-lying area or crouch near a strong building. Be aware of the potential for flooding.