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Can a tornado keep you inside?
Considering that you shouldn't go outside during a tornado, yes. You are much safer inside.
What steps do you take for tornado?
The preferred course of action, in the case of a tornado, is to get into your basement or storm cellar. You are much safer underground.
Is it safer under a staircase or in an interior room?
It is generally safer in an interior room as in a strong tornado the exterior walls are usually the first to go. However, the absolute safest place in a tornado is a basement or cellar.
Is it too dangerous to drive in a tornado?
Yes. You are safer inside a sturdy building than in a car. A tornado does not have to be very strong to lift or roll a car. A car is provably the worst place to be in a tornado after a mobile home.
Why is it safer to leave when a tornado?
Because when you are inside and don't have a basement,the safest way from getting hurt is to find a basement.
Is it a smart idea to run after a tornado?
No, it is not a smart idea to run after a tornado. Tornadoes can change direction quickly and their paths are unpredictable, putting you at risk of getting caught in its path. It's safer to seek shelter in a sturdy building or underground if possible.
Which is safer to stay in during a tornado In my car in a parking garage under my dorm or 3 floors above it in my room?
In the parking garage
Is a manhole a safe place to hide during a tornado?
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.
Has anyone survived inside a tornado funnel?
It is extremely unlikely for someone to survive inside a tornado funnel due to the violent winds and debris. Tornado funnels have winds that can exceed 200 mph and are capable of causing catastrophic damage. It is safer to seek shelter in a sturdy building or underground during a tornado.
Is being in the eye of the tornado safer than being outside of a tornado?
No. The eye-like structure in a tornado is not very big, and at the speed that most tornadoes move you would not be able to stay in it for more than a few seconds. There is no way to avoid getting hit by the powerful winds in the "walls" of the tornado. Additionally, not all tornadoes possess such a feature. If you are outside the tornado it still stands a good chance of missing you.
Is a bedroom safe for a tornado?
In most cases, it's not safer than any other part of the house, unless it's partly or fully underground.
Would it be safe to hide in our empty 9 ft pool during a tornado?
Not really, but probably somewhat safer juxtaposed to being on the ground. If a tornado is coming you should not be outside. Take cover in a sturdy house or building, preferably in the basement if it has one.
