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Natural Disasters: Tornadoes

Government resources for preparedness and response.

Prepare for Tornadoes

Basic Tornado Safety Tips: Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or to commercial radio or television newscasts for the latest information.

Prepare for Tornadoes

Image source: FEMA Region 8

Tornado Watches & Warnings

Tornado Warning (A tornado is happening or imminent. Take shelter imediately.) vs. Tornado Watch (A tornado is possible. Stay tuned to local radio/TV for info. Know where you'll shelter if you have to.)

Tornado Watches and Warnings

Image source: FEMA

Forecasting and Monitoring Tornadoes

NOAA's Storm Prediction Center

Digital Resources in the Catalog of U.S. Government Publications

How to Prepare for a Tornado
CGP System Number: 1039746
Spanish CGP System Number: 1039750

Parent Guidelines for Helping Children after a Tornado
CGP System Number: 817428

Right after a Tornado
CGP System Number: 817472

Thunderstorms, Tornadoes, Lightning ... Nature's Most Violent Storms: A Preparedness Guide Including Tornado Safety Information for Schools
CGP System Number: 995418

Tornado Safety: For You and Your Family
CGP System Number: 1031636

Watch Out--Storms Ahead! Owlie Skywarn's Weather Book
CGP System Number: 680144

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