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Seeking shelter from a tornado under an overpass might sound like a good idea and it's an idea often captured in films, but meteorologists say that is one of the worst things you could do.
What you can do to try to stay safe when a tornado hits, and also well beforehand. JEFF MARTIN. May 25, 2024 at 9:32 AM. ... WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I'M DRIVING?
WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I'M DRIVING? Smith anticipates fielding questions about how to seek shelter when driving, since the trailer for the upcoming Hollywood film “Twisters” shows the characters sprinting toward a highway underpass as a tornado approaches.
A tornado watch means weather conditions could spawn tornadoes within the watch area. People should stay aware of weather conditions and be prepared to act if watchers spot a tornado.
Smith anticipates fielding questions about how to seek shelter when driving, since the trailer for the upcoming Hollywood film “Twisters” shows the characters sprinting toward a highway underpass as a tornado approaches. If you are in a car or truck, “you really don't have a lot of good options at that point,” Smith said.
If a person spots a nearby tornado while driving, the official National Weather Service directive has been for the individual to abandon the car and seek shelter in a ditch or culvert, or substantial shelter if nearby. [15]
If you see a tornado far away, you may be able to escape by driving away at right angles to the storm. Seek shelter in a building or underground. If caught in high winds and debris, park quickly ...
Protecting your head and neck is among the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency's recommendations for tornado survival. What should you do in a tornado warning? Here's a guide.