[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/cainlaw-okc.com\/blog\/tornado-safety\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/cainlaw-okc.com\/blog\/tornado-safety\/","headline":"Tornado Safety","name":"Tornado Safety","description":"Oklahoma experiences an average of 62 tornadoes each year, according to the\u00a0Weather Channel. In fact, central Oklahoma has\u00a0more tornadoes per square mile\u00a0than any other location on Earth. Oklahoma tornadoes are so commonplace because of the proximity between the warm, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico and the cold air from the Rockies and Canada....","datePublished":"2021-06-28","dateModified":"2024-10-06","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/cainlaw-okc.com\/blog\/author\/cainlaw-okc\/#Person","name":"Monty L. Cain","url":"https:\/\/cainlaw-okc.com\/blog\/author\/cainlaw-okc\/","identifier":9,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/ab82708f677f67b564496e2ed7af91b20518b6078af6004be71acdf69aeb14b5?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/ab82708f677f67b564496e2ed7af91b20518b6078af6004be71acdf69aeb14b5?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Cain Law","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/cainlaw-okc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/cainlaw-site-logo.png","url":"https:\/\/cainlaw-okc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/cainlaw-site-logo.png","width":96,"height":146}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/cainlaw-okc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/tornado-scaled-1.jpg","url":"https:\/\/cainlaw-okc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/tornado-scaled-1.jpg","height":1633,"width":2560},"url":"https:\/\/cainlaw-okc.com\/blog\/tornado-safety\/","about":["Firm News"],"wordCount":533,"articleBody":"Oklahoma experiences an average of 62 tornadoes each year, according to the\u00a0Weather Channel. In fact, central Oklahoma has\u00a0more tornadoes per square mile\u00a0than any other location on Earth. Oklahoma tornadoes are so commonplace because of the proximity between the warm, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico and the cold air from the Rockies and Canada. When the cold and warm fronts converge, a scary tornado may form.At Cain Law, we have seen the destruction an Oklahoma tornado can leave in its wake. We have prepared these tornado safety tips to help you stay safe year-round.Prevention Before the StormIf you know that a storm is coming, you can take steps to be prepared, such as:Identifying a safe location in your home to go to in case of a tornadoAssembling an\u00a0emergency preparedness kitIdentifying where to meet up with your household members if they are separatedDownloading the Emergency App to get emergency alerts on your phone or other mobile devicePreparing a\u00a0pet emergency kitRemoving damaged limbs from nearby treesRemoving loose items in your yardKnow the Signs of a TornadoKnow the difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning. The National Weather Service issues a tornado watch when conditions are possible for a tornado to form. If there is a tornado watch, keep an eye on the sky and stay tuned to the weather station. You can get real-time updates on the weather through:NOAA Weather Radio All-HazardsSmartphone or tablet appsOutdoor warning sirensThe National Weather Service issues a tornado warning when a tornado has been detected. If you are in an area covered by a tornado warning, seek shelter immediately.Atmospheric signs of an impending tornado include:Dark, sometimes greenish-colored cloudsAn approaching cloud of debrisThe formation of hail, sometimes when it is not rainingA funnel shapeA sudden silenceA loud roarWhat to Do in Case of a TornadoIf you are at home when a tornado forms:Go to your safe place or the lowest and most interior location of your home away from windows.Gather your family members and pets in your safe place.Cover your head.If you are in a mobile home:Leave well in advance of severe weather.Go to your park\u2019s designated shelter if there is one.Go to a nearby sturdy building.If you are outdoors:Seek shelter in a nearby sturdy building, if possible.Avoid bridges or overpasses.Find shelter in a ditch or remain in your vehicle with your head covered.Tornado SheltersIt is important to note that there are no public tornado shelters in\u00a0Oklahoma City. If a tornado is imminent, do not risk trying to drive to a tornado shelter. If you have your own shelter, you can go to it. Residents can register the location of their storm shelters in OKC with the city ahead of time so that emergency responders know where to find you.Please follow these tornado safety tips during the next storm. If you need any assistance with a personal injury matter, do not hesitate to contact\u00a0Cain Law. We are available to take your call 24\/7."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/cainlaw-okc.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Tornado Safety","item":"https:\/\/cainlaw-okc.com\/blog\/tornado-safety\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]