o touchdown. Advance planning and quick responses are the keys to surviving a tornado. Here are some procedures to follow that might help you survive: Be informed. One of the most alarming aspects of tornadoes is the randomness at which it occurs. You should be well alert and informed about tornadoes. Contact the local American Red Cross and study your area for any incidence of tornadoes. Verify your insurance eligibility by calling up your insurance agent. Often inclement weather and high winds are not covered by your insurance company. Be prepared. Devise a plan to apply during severe weather. Decide where to go if you are at school, work, home, or outdoors when a tornado strikes. Manufacture a disaster supply kit that will be very useful if the tornado entraps you in your house and you have no access to call for outside help. A battery-operated radio is important, including a flashlight and extra batteries. Filtered water should also be stored, up to three gallons per person, in a plastic container. Add additional water for sanitation. Always have a food supply, with a supply for a minimum of three days. Canned fruits, juice, vegetables, and energy snacks are foods that are available at the local supermarket. Access to a first aid kit is essential for survival. If the effects of the tornado injure any of your family members, you should use the kit to save their life. Have a pair of scissors, gloves, bandages in assorted sizes, petroleum jelly, a cleaning agent such as soap, and tweezers. Stock up on aspirin, antacids for an upset stomach, and any medication that you are presently taking. Keep useful tools and supplies in a toolbox so in that in the event you are trapped, you can escape or call for help. Have a whistle, duct tape, a utility knife, and a map of your neighborhood to locate any shelters. It is also valuable to have a strong rope and a compass in case you are driving...
