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2. Storm cellar - Wikipedia

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   A storm shelter or storm cellar is a type of underground bunker designed to protect the occupants from violent severe weather, particularly tornadoes. They are most frequently seen in the Midwest ("Tornado Alley") and Southeastern ("Dixie Alley") United States where tornadoes are generally frequent and the low water table permits underground ...

3. Safe room - Wikipedia

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   For strong storms or tornadoes, a storm safe room must be built to withstand high winds and flying debris, even if the rest of the residence becomes severely damaged or destroyed. Specific concerns include: [2] The safe room should be adequately anchored to the foundation to resist overturning and uplift.

4. Oklahoma storm shelter checklist: How to prepare, what to ...

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   If a tornado warning is issued for your area, take shelter immediately, whether that's in your storm shelter, basement or an interior, ground-level room. The most dangerous places to be are ...

5. Severe weather terminology (United States) - Wikipedia

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   Severe thunderstorm warning (SVR) – A severe thunderstorm is indicated by Doppler weather radar or sighted by Skywarn spotters or other persons, such as local law enforcement. A severe thunderstorm contains large damaging hail of 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter or larger, and/or damaging winds of 58 mph (93 km/h) or greater.

6. Tornado watch or tornado warning: Which is worse? What to ...

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   When a tornado warning is issued, the NWS recommends taking immediate action and moving to the lowest floor of a sturdy building and avoid windows. If you're in a car or mobile home, find the ...

7. This map may save lives when there's a tornado threat - AOL

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   However, Croskery has noted that many tornado shelters don't open until there is an active tornado warning. "Thirteen minutes is the average lead time for a tornado. That's not a lot of time to ...