Head to the lowest floor of the apartment building, preferably a basement if possible. Stay away from windows.
It can be relatively safe, but some other room or hallway without exterior walls would probably be safer. Also, if your apartment is on an upper floor you may want to go to one of the lower floors if a tornado threatens.
No. It is not safe to be outdoors in a tornado, and outdoor elevators are often made largely of glass, which is dangerous to be near during a tornado.
Yes. A concrete basement is one of the safest places to be during a tornado.
If it is in a sturdy house or building, yes. In fact it is best to be indoors and preferably underground during a tornado.
It is not.Go to your basement.
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No, hiding in a dumpster during a tornado is not safe. Dumpsters are not secure or sturdy enough to provide protection against the strong winds and debris associated with tornadoes. It is recommended to seek shelter in a sturdy building or underground if possible.
No, definitely not so great things to do during tornado.
If you cannot get to any safe shelter or even a ditch during a tornado, lie flat on the ground.
No, a manhole is not a safe place to hide during a tornado. Manholes are not designed to provide protection from powerful tornado-force winds and debris. It is safer to seek shelter in a sturdy building or underground storm shelter if possible.
Underground storm shelters or safe rooms are the most resistant structures during a tornado. These are built to withstand high winds and flying debris, providing a safe haven for occupants during a tornado.
You should not be in a mobile home if there is a tornado coming. Mobile homes are very susceptible to tornado damage and should be abandoned for sturdier shelter during a tornado warning.