Tornadoes are the most violent storms on the planet and account for hundreds of deaths worldwide every year. Although tornadoes are dangerous and scary, many people have an interest in these frighteningly beautiful storms. In fact, many people go on storm chases for the chance to spot a tornado in person. Although people are becoming more educated about these powerful storms, many myths about them still survive. Most of these myths are just trivial bits of information that cause no harm, but adherence to some myths can cause injury and cost lives.
Tornado Safety
The key to surviving a dangerous tornado is to be prepared well before a tornado strikes. Since most deaths that occur from tornadoes are the result of flying debris or objects, it is important to take shelter in an area that you can quickly get to and one that will protect you from falling or flying objects. Having a plan ahead of time that everyone in the family is aware of is crucial. In fact, families should have a tornado drill at least once a year to ensure that everyone is well aware of the plan and knows exactly what to do.
Tips For Emergency Tornado Preparation
Every year, dozens of people die due to tornadoes, violent storms that produce the fastest winds on the planet. Although tornadoes are unpredictable, warning times have gotten better as radars and computers have advanced in recent years. For a person that lives in an area that is a frequent target of tornadoes, taking a few precautions can mean the difference between life and death.
Kids and Disasters – Tornadoes
Mother Nature’s most powerful and unpredictable storm, the tornado is a fact of life for many families living in the central United States, where more tornadoes strike than anywhere else on the planet. During the spring, when cold, dry air masses from the arctic collide with warm, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico, conditions are just right for the formation of deadly tornadoes. Tornadoes produce the fastest winds on Earth, with the fastest wind ever recorded topping 317 miles per hour. The unbelievable winds are strong enough to rip apart everything in their paths, sending debris into the air, which acts like deadly missiles and bullets to people and objects that are in the path of the storm. Living through a tornado is a frightening experience for adults, let alone children, but by arming kids with knowledge about tornadoes and what to do if one should develop, they will be better prepared to deal with the storm and hopefully have a better chance of surviving a direct hit.