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Tornado Safety: What You Need to Know
Warm air plus cold air equals tornados. That was the scary equation in Indiana last week when twisters ripped through the Ohio Valley. The tornados ripped off roofs and damaged houses and buildings. The United States has over 1,000 a year on average. That's more than any other country.
Tornados usually form in certain kinds of thunderstorms. There are often warnings, but sometimes they strike quickly with no warning at all. But you can do things to protect yourself. The Federal Emergency Management Agency has some tips for getting through a tornado safely.
Watch for signs of a tornado. If the sky is very dark, or even green, a tornado may be on the way. Other signs include a funnel cloud, or a roaring sound like a freight train. Talk to your family about which room is the safest place to be during a tornado. The room should be away from any outside walls, and in the basement if you have one.
If you're inside a car or mobile home, get out and look for a building. If there's no building nearby, then look for a ditch or a place to lie down. Lie flat on the ground. Don't go underneath a bridge, or try to outrun a tornado. It sounds scary, but knowing what to do in case a tornado comes can keep you safe.
I'm Adelbert and that's what happened in science this week!
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