Learning to prepare for a tornadic situation helps decrease our anxiety and fear. The power of nature cannot be underestimated but being aware of how to react in such situations builds our confidence to handle one. Knowing what the common terms mean and what to do if we are faced with such a situation in our lives is better than dangerously reacting in panic. 

• Our best defense against a tornado is preventive action. We can prepare ourselves in advance to reduce the effects of such a dangerous situation.

• Being prepared helps us to respond to emergencies and keep ourselves and our loved ones safe. Emergency relief personnel may not be able to reach us immediately, so each person should be ready to be self-sufficient for three days (food, water, shelter, first aid and sanitation).

This tutorial will help you prepare, respond, and recover from a tornadic situation.