Each year, many people are killed or seriously injured by tornadoes and severe thunderstorms despite advanced warning. Some did not hear the warning, while others heard the warning but did not believe it would happen to them.
Develop a plan for you and your family at home, work, school and when outdoors
Identify a safe place to take shelter
Have frequent drills
Know the county in which you live or visit
Keep a highway map near by to follow storm movement from weather bulletins
Have a NOAA Weather Radio with a warning alarm tone and batter back-up to receive warnings
Listen to radio and television for weather information
Check weather forecast before leaving for extended periods outdoors
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