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Tornado shelter is the term used. If the shelter is underground then the term storm cellar may also apply.

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What is a tornado shelter called?

It is usually called a tornado shelter. It may be called a storm cellar if it is underground.


What is a tornado pit?

The term most likely refers to a storm cellar or underground storm shelter. This is a small underground room designed for people to take cover from a tornado.


Is there going to be a tornado today in smithfield?

It is impossible to make such long-term tornado predictions for a specific locations.


How do you get away from a tornado?

It is best to take shelter from a tornado than to try to outrun it. If you are in a vehicle with no access to shelter and the tornado is distant it is best to drive perpendicular to the tornado's path in order to get out of its way.


What is the size of a tornado shelter?

A tornado shelter typically ranges in size between that of a large closet and a small office.


What do you call the basement when there is a tornado?

It is recommended to seek shelter in the basement during a tornado. If you are specifically referring to taking cover in the basement during a tornado, it can be simply called a tornado shelter.


Would a tornado shelter ever fail?

It depends on the shelter. Though most are safe for anything but an EF5 tornado, which is extremely rare.


What do people do if there was a tornado and no shelter around?

If you are outside with no shelter a available and a tornado is coming the best option is to lie in a ditch or depression in the ground


During what events should you seek shelter in a basement or storm shelter?

Tornado


Where do people go when a tornado starts?

a shelter


Where is the safest place to go in a tornado?

The safest place in a tornado is a basement or underground storm shelter. If no underground shelter is available the best shelter is a central room away from windows on the lowest story of a house.


Where to hide in a car when a tornado is approaching?

If a tornado is approaching and you are in a car abandon the vehicle and seek shelter is a sturdy building. If no shelter is available lie in a ditch or culvert.