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In the case of a weak tornado a closed window can prevent damaging winds form entering the house. Though if a tornado is coming do not waste time with the windows. Take cover immediately.

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Should you close your windows during a tornado warning?

No. If a tornado warning is issued, you should take cover as quickly as possible. Since tornadoes are usually preceded by rain, there is a good chance you will have closed your windows anyway.


Is it better to open or close your windows during a heatwave?

Windows are best left closed in a tornado. If you are not hit hard, the windows can prevent interior damage. If you are hit hard by a strong enough tornado some windows will break anyway. But if a tornado is coming it is best not to waste time opening or closing windows. Take cover immediately.


Should school doors be closed during a tornado?

Yes


Why should you stay away from windows during a tornado?

Windows can break even in weak tornado, creating flying shards of glass. Windows also offer no protection from flying debris, which is the greatest danger in a tornado.


Why must windows be closed during strong wind?

Windows should be closed during strong winds to prevent them from entering the house and causing damage.


Why do windows implode during a tornado?

The winds of a tornado carry a tremendous amount of force. This is often more than enough to break windows. Additionally, some windows may be struck by flying debris.


What should you do if you are in a gymnasium during a tornado?

Get into a hallway or bathroom way from windows. A gymnasium can be a dangerous place during a tornado as the long span roof and tall walls can collapse.


Where is the best place to be if you are in a school during a tornado?

An interior bathroom or hallway away from windows.


Why should you not open windows when a tornado is approaching?

You shouldn't. Contrary to popular belief opening windows during a tornado does nothing to save a house and may in fact make damage worse. If a tornado is coming opening windows is a waste of precious time that you should use to take cover.


What is the safest corner of the room during a tornado?

There is no safest corner of a room. The best place to be in a tornado is in the center part of a building away from windows.


Do you cover windows for a tornado?

No. If a tornado is coming you will not have time to board up your windows.


What can you do to stay safe during a tornado warning?

You can go in a place without glass like windows