Understanding Tornadoes and Safety Measures

Which continent does not experience tornadoes?

• Asia

• Antarctica

• Europe

• Africa

What is the term for the difference in wind speeds and directions at various altitudes?

• Wind gradient

• Wind shear

• Wind turbulence

• Wind vortex

What percentage of supercells typically produce tornadoes?

• 80%

• 50%

• 20%

• 10%

What was the EF rating of the tornado that hit Linwood, Kansas?

• EF-5

• EF-4

• EF-3

• EF-2

How many houses were destroyed in the Linwood tornado?

• 25

• 19

• 10

• 50

What is a major structural issue found in tornado-damaged buildings?

• Lack of windows

• Poor insulation

• Weak roof materials

• Lack of continuous load path

What is the best place to shelter during a tornado if you have a basement?

• In the garage

• In the attic

• In the basement

• In the living room

What should you do if you live in a mobile home during a tornado warning?

• Drive away from the tornado

• Hide under a table

• Evacuate to a predetermined safe place

• Stay inside and lock the doors

What is the most effective type of safe room for tornado protection?

• Concrete safe room

• Metal safe room

• Glass safe room

• Wooden safe room

What should you do when a tornado watch is issued?

• Ignore it

• Turn on your weather radio

• Go outside to watch the sky

• Call your neighbors