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OnDaFence 36M/44M
44267 posts
5/24/2019 11:37 pm

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5/28/2019 6:28 pm

Tornado Ally



This little gem was right over our house about 8 years ago a little after the 4th of July. I was sick with mono and JD took the pictures and video. The following article I did not write nor edit, it is too important to be missed or messed up by me this late hour after hanging with friends.
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Tornado safety tips from 3 experts to help you prepare for the worst
Abby Haglage Lifestyle

It is officially peak tornado season when many parts of the U.S. see an influx of tornadoes and severe flooding, which means it’s also a crucial time to learn tornado safety. particular risk is the region known as tornado alley — the southern plains of the central U.S. which includes parts of Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas and Nebraska.

Historically, many of these states see the most tornadoes in June, but numbers are already , with CNN reporting 21 tornadoes in the last few days alone.While the storms generally occur quickly, there are things you can do to seek shelter. Lifestyle spoke with three experts about how to stay safe during a tornado.

attention to the news.

“During threatening weather, listen to weather reports or observe threatening weather,” Ernst W. Kiesling, PE, PhD, executive director of the National Storm Shelter Association tells Lifestyle. The best way to do this is NOAA weather radio, a “nationwide network of radio stations broadcasting continuous weather information directly from the nearest National Weather office.”

Know the difference between tornado watch and warning.

According to the National Weather , “watch” is equivalent to “be prepared,” while “warning” signals “take action.” In the case of a tornado watch, NWS recommends you “review and discuss your emergency plans and check supplies.” The event of a warning is more serious, indicating that a tornado has “been sighted” or “indicated by weather radar.”

Go to the central part of the lowest level of your building.

Andrew P. Ingersoll, PhD, a professor of planetary science at the California Institute of Technology, says getting ready before a storm is crucial. “The most important safety tip is preparedness. Know in advance what you are going to do,” Ingersoll says. Kiesling echoes this, suggesting you decide on where you will seek shelter. “Survey your surroundings and decide on the safest place,” says Kiesling. “If a strengthened place such as a designated shelter is available, go there; if not, plan to go to the central part of the lowest level of the building you are in.”

Stay away from the windows.

While the fear of an impending tornado may make you feel frozen in place, it’s important to guide yourself away from areas that could put you in danger of flying debris. “If you have a basement room, use it. Stay away from windows and walls,” says Ingersoll. “If you have no basement, use a closet on the first floor. If you live in a mobile home, know where the nearest shelter is.”

Don’t stay on upper floors — but do bring your mattress.

The worst areas to be during a tornado, according to Paul Markowski, PhD, professor of meteorology at Pennsylvania State University, are upper floors and near windows. But some items from your bedroom could be useful. “If you have a mattress...getting it affords even greater protection,” Markowski tells Lifestyle. “Put shoes on — in the event your home takes a direct , you will need to be able to walk through broken glass and boards with nails sticking . If you have a helmet, put it on when you take cover.”

No matter what, keep the windows closed.

Markowski says to ignore the widespread belief that opening a window helps equalize air pressure. “We have known for many decades that this is a fallacy because homes aren't damaged by the pressure drop of the tornado. Most homes aren't airtight anyway, and they certainly won't be after debris starts puncturing the home!” he tells Lifestyle. “Opening windows actually increases the chances of the home being damaged, because air readily rushes into the house, potentially compromising interior walls that help hold the structure together.”

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You are all my friends and I want to see you after the holiday weekend.

OnDaFence 36M/44M

5/24/2019 11:40 pm

Max & Alex are here... They made it safely this afternoon.


OnDaFence 36M/44M

5/24/2019 11:42 pm

We went out for the Seafood buffet tonight ... They lost money on us,,, Alex & I ate our weight in shrimp....Homer Simpson comes to mind..


OnDaFence 36M/44M

5/24/2019 11:43 pm

Alex and I are off on a shopping, spending, rummaging spree tomorrow.


OnDaFence 36M/44M

5/24/2019 11:46 pm

I am not messing with hurtzie's latest antics... they speak for themselves.. let the rest of the site see he has no friends, no life, and no one who wants to be with him on a beautiful late spring weekend.


Hungr4Yungr 75M
5766 posts
5/25/2019 6:08 am

Have a fun long weekend with your guests. I hope the tornadoes stay clear of your area.


Hungr4Yungr 75M
5766 posts
5/25/2019 5:43 pm

Have a great long weekend wherever you may find yourselves. It is a short weekend in Canada. I am under a thunderstorm for the last 1 1/2 hr that has dumped a welcome 5/8" so far, and it is still falling. The sky is so dark, I have the lights on throughout the house. Temp is 49F.


Julie_Tgirl 74T
3021 posts
5/25/2019 10:47 pm

I might have relatives left i n Oklahoma and Texas. Those are my roots.


OnDaFence 36M/44M

5/28/2019 6:16 pm

    Quoting Hungr4Yungr:
    Have a fun long weekend with your guests. I hope the tornadoes stay clear of your area.
I am so sorry not to get back but we were on the GO the whole time!


OnDaFence 36M/44M

5/28/2019 6:17 pm

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You just have to run faster.... or know your way back from Oz!


OnDaFence 36M/44M

5/28/2019 6:18 pm

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Hope you had a great time!


OnDaFence 36M/44M

5/28/2019 6:20 pm

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Probably digging out from a snowdrift!


OnDaFence 36M/44M

5/28/2019 6:21 pm

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Hope you're on high ground!


OnDaFence 36M/44M

5/28/2019 6:22 pm

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We ate so my onion rings there is a statewide shortage of onions!


OnDaFence 36M/44M

5/28/2019 6:24 pm

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No life.. and no love... and that's all there is for them. envy and jealousy


OnDaFence 36M/44M

5/28/2019 6:24 pm

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track records!


OnDaFence 36M/44M

5/28/2019 6:25 pm

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right on the edge of safe.. yet fun!


OnDaFence 36M/44M

5/28/2019 6:27 pm

    Quoting Hungr4Yungr:
    Have a great long weekend wherever you may find yourselves. It is a short weekend in Canada. I am under a thunderstorm for the last 1 1/2 hr that has dumped a welcome 5/8" so far, and it is still falling. The sky is so dark, I have the lights on throughout the house. Temp is 49F.
We were down by the water but didn't get in... still too chilly here.


OnDaFence 36M/44M

5/28/2019 6:28 pm

    Quoting Julie_Tgirl:
    I might have relatives left i n Oklahoma and Texas. Those are my roots.
Hope they remember to duck and cover!