Tornado

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Precautions To Take After a Natural Disaster:

1. There may be considerable structural damage and people may be injured.
2. Remain calm. Assess the situation.
3. Tend to the injured. Cover them; administer first aid if necessary (only if qualified/certified in first aid, Red Cross certification). Call for medical assistance if severe injury needs immediate attention.
4. Check for fires and other hazards. Put out any fires immediately if you can.
5. Check for damage to utilities and appliances. Do not turn on electrical switches or appliances until you are sure there are not gas leaks. Turn off electricity if there is a potential danger from damaged wiring.
6. Shut off water mains if breakage has occurred. In due time, report utility damage to the Building Management Office and follow their instructions.
7. Do not light matches or use open flames. There may be gas leaks.
8. Do not touch power lines, electric wiring, or objects that are in contact with power lines or wiring.
9. Do not use the telephone except: to call for help; to report serious medical, fire or criminal emergencies; or to perform an essential service.
10. Do not use toilets until you are certain sewer lines are unbroken.
11. Listen to the radio for information about the event and disaster procedures.
12. Be very cautious when entering or moving about a damaged building. Collapses can occur without warning. There is also danger from gas leaks, electric wiring, and broken glass.