Tornado Safety Quiz

What does a tornado watch mean?

A tornado has been spotted by observers or indicated by weather radar.

A tornado hasn't been spotted, but conditions are favorable for tornadoes to occur.

What does a tornado warning mean?

A tornado has been spotted by observers or indicated by weather radar.

A tornado hasn't been spotted, but conditions are favorable for tornadoes to occur.

How do you determine the strength of a tornado?

Length of tornado's damage path

Appearance of tornado

Width of tornado

Damage caused by tornado

In which direction do tornadoes usually move?

West to east

Southwest to northeast

East to west

Northwest to southeast

What causes a tornado to take on its shape?

Dust and debris

Hail

Storm clouds

If you are caught outside when a visible tornado is approaching, you should:

Lie flat and face-down on low ground

Take shelter in a vehicle

Run until you find a building

Hide under an overpass

All of the following are tornado danger signs EXCEPT:

Rain

Large hail

Dark, often greenish clouds

Roaring noises

Tornadoes are some of nature's most violent storms. What can you do to protect yourself and your family?

Install a tornado shelter or designate a safe room in your home.

Prepare an emergency kit with essential items needed to weather the storm.

All of the above

What should you include in your emergency kit?

Extra clothes

First-aid kit, food, and water

Battery-operated radio and extra batteries

All of the above

How long should your emergency kit last you and your family?

24 hours

36 hours

48 hours

72 hours

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