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Tornadoes are nature's most violent storms. They are rotating, funnel-shaped clouds that extend from a thunderstorm to the ground. Their whirling winds can reach 300 miles per hour. They can strike quickly with little or no warning, devastate a neighborhood in seconds, and leave a path of damage over a mile wide and 50 miles long. Tornadoes can also accompany tropical storms and hurricanes as they move onto land.
Although there are no guarantees of safety during a tornado, you can take actions to protect yourself. You should have a disaster plan. Being prepared can help reduce fear, anxiety and losses.

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      • Severe Weather 101: Tornado Basics(National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)
      • Tornado Safety Checklist(American Red Cross) - PDF

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      • Weather Worries Can Threaten a Child's Mental Health(05/21/2013, HealthDay)
      • Severe Weather Common in Spring--Use Red Cross Safety Tips(05/06/2013, American Red Cross)
      • Staying Safe in a Tornado(04/08/2013, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
      • Tornado Survivors Surprisingly Optimistic, Study Finds(03/05/2013, HealthDay)

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      • Managing Traumatic Stress After the Tornadoes(American Psychological Association)
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      • Hurricane / Tornado Fire Safety(United States Fire Administration)
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      • Article: Preparing for and responding to severe weather.
      • Article: Business continuity after catastrophic medical events: the Joplin medical business...
      • Article: Cluster of rare fungal infections identified after tornado.
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      • Summary of Natural Hazard Statistics for 2011 in the United States(National Weather Service) - PDF
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      • Tornadoes, Hurricanes and Children(American Psychological Association)
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