Know the tornado warning signs and weather alerts
Identify a safe shelter location in your home, workplace, and school
Choose a small interior room on the lowest floor, away from windows
Prepare a disaster supply kit with water, food, flashlight, batteries, first aid, and medications
Keep a battery-powered weather radio or emergency alert app available
Store important documents in a waterproof container
Make a family emergency communication plan
Practice tornado drills regularly
Keep shoes, helmets, and sturdy clothing accessible
Secure heavy furniture and loose outdoor items
Charge phones and backup power banks before severe weather
Know where to shelter if you are in a car, mobile home, or public building
Review how to shut off utilities if instructed to do so
Keep pets’ supplies and carriers ready
Monitor weather forecasts during tornado season