DURING A TORNADO

Hot, humid weather combined with a cold front could be a sign that a tornado is brewing. A funnel cloud hanging from a dark cloud may be visible before the tornado actually occurs. A tornado may be accompanied by lightning, high winds and hail.

· Go to the basement immediately.

· If there isn’t a basement, take shelter in a small interior ground floor room such as a bathroom, closet or hallway or protect yourself by taking shelter under a heavy table or desk.

· Stay away from windows, outside walls and doors.

IF AT THE OFFICE OR IN APARTMENT BUILDING:

· Take shelter in an inner hallway or room, ideally in the basement or the ground floor.

· Do not use the elevator and stay away from windows.

· Avoid buildings such as gymnasiums, shopping malls, arenas, and auditoriums with large free spanning roofs as these could collapse.

IF YOU ARE DRIVING OR OUTSIDE:

· Try not to get caught in a car or a mobile home.

· Take shelter elsewhere, such as a building with a strong foundation.

· If no shelter is available, get out of and away from the vehicle. It could be blown through the air, or roll over on you. Take cover in a low-lying area such as a ditch or a ravine.

· Get as close to the ground as possible, protect your head and eyes from flying debris.

For additional Information Contact Office of Critical Infrastructure Protection and Emergency Preparedness at: www.ocipep.gc.ca