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The National Weather Service and emergency officials recommend that you be vigilant and make plans should you need to act quickly and seek shelter during tornados.
- Have multiple ways to receive weather alerts.
- Avoid being outside in forested areas and near trees.
- Should high winds or tornadoes occur, avoid windows and try to stay in lower levels of your home, if possible.
- If you must drive, exercise "extreme caution," particularly around semitrucks, buses or other large vehicles.
- Remove or secure outdoor furniture, grills and other items.
- Immediately report injuries or hazards via 911.