Tornado Survival
Proactive Measures for Tornado Survival:
Comprehensive Guide on Preparedness and Action by Vangy Tonies
In the event of a thunderstorm, large air tubes formed when lightning strikes can touch the surface of the ground and form tornadoes. It is important to be aware of the dangers associated with tornadoes. During tornados buildings can be damaged, trees uprooted, vehicles moved, and everything in the tornado’s path will be destroyed. Hail, heavy rain, lightning, flash flooding, and lightning are all possible. It is possible for tornadoes to occur anywhere. You should not wait until the last minute to prepare for an emergency.
The National Weather Service has three key alerts to watch out for.
- Tornado Watch: Prepare! It is possible for tornadoes to form in and around the watch area. Examine your emergency plans, inventory your supplies.
- Tornado Warning: Act! There has been a tornado sighting or weather radar indication. There is imminent danger to life and property. In a sturdy building, move to an interior room on the lowest floor.
- Tornado Emergency: Seek Shelter Immediately! The National Weather Service’s highest alert level is tornado emergency. It is issued when a violent tornado has touched down and catastrophic damage has been confirmed, posing a serious threat to human life and property.
The family plan should include a type of survival gear and supplies to deal with the emergency. The plan should have enough survival supplies and survival tools and knowledge of usage for the duration of the emergency. FEMA and Red Cross recommend anywhere from 3 to 5 days.
The Emergency Kit should include…
Water
Bottled water or a water filtration system is important. You will need at least three to five days’ worth of water. It is recommended that one gallon of water is consumed per person per day. The warmer the weather gets, the more fluids you must drink. There are several types of purification systems available for water. Tablets that can be used to purify water.
Electric source
A generator with at least twice the capacity of the batteries should also be considered. All critical devices can be managed by this powerful platform. – A solar panel with an adjustable kickstand ensures that solar power is maximized and that the panel is protected from the elements. The portable power station is designed to last for a long time.
Flashlights and Batteries
A powerful LED flashlight that is rechargeable at any time. The flashlight should have a maximum irradiation distance of 4921 feet and can be reached with a brightness of 990,000 high lumens. An LED headlamp that is battery powered. It is recommended that all Hurricane gear and equipment be equipped with extra batteries.
NOAA Weather Radio
The weather radio should be updated with the latest weather information and evacuation information in case of an emergency. When you turn it on or when it is in standby mode, it automatically checks to see if there are any emergency alerts or weather alerts. Weather alerts from NOAA provide advance warning of impending severe weather, so you can prepare or evacuate. Make sure the device can be operated by hand crank or battery power.
Heat source
An easy-to-use fire starter kit that can be used by families to start a fire for cooking or heating purposes. Waterproof and windproof matches are the best matches to use. Those tanks that contain butane are known as butane tanks. Several types of stoves can be used for cooking or for heating.
14 Days medication
It is essential to provide a minimum of two weeks’ supply of medication for family members who need medication. Having an emergency medical kit with enough supplies to last the duration of an emergency is especially important. It is important to be prepared for any emergency by having bandages, an antiseptic, scissors, a sewing kit, and gauze pads on hand.
Freeze Dried Food
chicken, turkey, seafood
- Protein-rich foods. Amino acids are the “building blocks of life” that are present in protein, which means they help perform essential functions throughout the body, including building and repairing muscle tissue, acting as enzymes, hormones, buffers, transporters, and regulators.
- Enough to provide five ½ ounces per day per person:
- One can (5 ounces) meat, fish, chicken, or turkey.
fruits and vegetables
- Long shelf life and low moisture content. Freeze dried fruits and vegetables can be reconstituted quickly and generally keep their texture, color, shape, and taste.
- Enough to provide about two ½ cups per day per person
- One can fourteen ½ ounces or 1 1/3 cups
Peanut butter
- Enough to provide one ounce per day per person
- which provides energy, protein, and healthy fats. Eat it right out of the jar or spread it on healthy crackers.
- Ready to eat cereal, crackers, pretzels, instant oatmeal, or other non-perishable food.
- One cup of cereal per day per person
Nuts, Seeds
- Enough to provide three cups a day per person
- Easy to store, will keep fresh for an extended period.
Granola bars
- Which supply much-needed carbohydrates. Just make sure they do not contain much sugar.
- Enough to provide for each person per day
Whole grains
- Pasta is high in carbohydrates and can be used by a family in a variety of ways with different foods.
- Whole grain rice is another reliable source of carbs.
- Enough to provide for six ounces a day per person
Beans, Dried beans
- Will stay good for a long time. Lots of protein, especially for a non-meat source.
- Enough to provide two ½ cups per day per person
Powdered milk
- A reliable source of Vitamin D and calcium. It will supply some of your dairy needs. Powdered milk can also be used for baking.
- Enough to provide for each person per day
Canned foods
- are heavy and require a lot of storage space. Some contain elevated levels of sodium. But they offer a wide variety of foods, most of which are nutritious. They come in handy when you are hunkering down.
- Enough to provide for each person per day
Money
In case of an emergency, you will need enough to last the entire duration. Ensure that you always have enough cash on hand in case of an emergency, either at home or with someone you can trust. A family’s cash should be kept in a secure location to prevent theft, loss, or destruction from happening.
Utensils
As part of this kit, you will find forks, spoons, knives, as well as a non-electric bottle opener. There are several tools in this set such as an ax, knife, shovel, and multipurpose tool. The pots, cups, and plates you need to cook with. A whistle, with a lanyard attached to it. An item that is used to charge a cell phone. A nylon rope equal to 60 feet. A roll of duct tape and an ink pen and a small notepad.
Personal items, Clothing Raingear, Shoes
Clothing that is lightweight and compact. A blanket
Ponchos, tents/shelters. Clothing such as sweatshirts and pants.
Fast-drying fabrics or fabrics that are waterproof. Boots and shoes that are waterproof.
Gloves and hats. An extra pair of socks and underwear
Personal hygiene items, such as toilet paper, wipes, soap, and toothbrushes
Important Documents, Insurance, credit cards, medical-
Documents such as social security cards, insurance cards, credit cards, and medical records
The following documents are required: passports, driver’s licenses, personal identification cards.
Special needs for children, infants, pets
Medications, food, clothing, and anything you might need.