Safety guide in the event of tornadoes (and after) & bull; hello healthy

What is a tornado?

Quoted from various sources, whirlwinds are strong winds with a speed of 120 km / hour or more. This phenomenon usually occurs in tropical areas between the tropics and between the tropics, except in areas very close to the equator.

Whirlwinds are caused by differences in pressure in a weather system. That is why, this natural phenomenon occurs more frequently at the change of seasons or transition.

Usually a tornado moves in a straight line and passes after a maximum of 5 minutes. Even though it is short, this wind can cause damage or destroy anything in front of it. Even these natural occurrences can also claim lives.

Signs of a tornado

Even though in most cases whirlwinds occur suddenly, actually whirlwinds can be found if you carefully read the signs of nature. Here are some natural signs that you can watch out for in the event of a tornado:

During several days you often feel scorching due to the hot weather which is not like ordinary days.
The appearance of white clouds that cluster and layer in the sky. Not long after that, you saw a dark, large, tall cloud that looked like a cauliflower at a glance.
There was the sound of thunder and loud thunder shouting to each other from a distance.

Preparation before the whirlwind occurs

As explained above, whirlwinds usually occur during transition in the afternoon or evening. That is why, advance preparation is necessary in order to reduce the risk of damage to your property and save time in an emergency. Here are some things you can do before a tornado occurs:

Trim the branches of tall trees around your house.
Find an evacuation shelter near your home. After that, pay close attention to the evacuation and protection plans for yourself and your family. Review the plan and make sure everyone understands it.
Strengthen or strengthen the building of your home. One of them you can install window frames made of metal.
Clean the area around your house from unused materials. The reason is, these materials can be blown away by tornadoes which it is feared could injure someone or cause serious damage to the building.
Keep all important documents such as birth certificates, insurance documents, land certificates, etc. in a safe and waterproof place.
Most importantly, don't forget to arrange emergency supplies in one bag so that when you and your family are required to evacuate outside the house, you don't have to think about what items to bring. But remember, because this equipment is an emergency, you are advised to bring only the essentials, such as a radio that uses batteries, flashlights and extra batteries, warm clothes, emergency food and water, and a first aid kit.

When there is a tornado

If you are in the room

Close the windows and doors and lock them.
Turn off all electricity and electronic equipment. Don't forget, also remove the gas cylinder regulator to prevent fire.
Move away from the corners of the room, doors, windows, and outer walls of the building. You can take shelter in a safe place such as in the middle of a room.

If you are in a vehicle

Immediately stop the vehicle and then look for the nearest shelter there.

If you are outside the room

If you feel like lightning is about to strike, bend down immediately, sit down and hug your knees to your chest.
Don't get down on the ground.
Immediately enter into a house or building if it is sturdy.
Avoid taking cover near electric poles, billboards, bridges and overpasses.
Beware of objects blown by the wind, as they can cause serious injury or death.

Handling after a tornado

Check if you or those around you are injured or need medical assistance.
Report immediately to the authorities if there is any damage related to electricity, gas, and other damage.
Stay alert and continue to monitor the latest developments related to the potential for further tornadoes through information in the mass media or authorized officers.