Severe Weather Brochure
Emergency Preparedness how to prepare for and respond to severe weather
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Tornadoes Before a Tornado: Look for the following danger signs: Dark, often greenish sky Large hail A large, dark, low-lying cloud (particularly if rotating) Loud roar, similar to a freight train. During a Tornado: Go to the basement, storm cellar, or the lowest building level. If there is no basement, go to the center of an interior room on the lowest level (closet, interior hallway) away from corners, windows, doors, and outside walls. Put as many walls as possible between you and the outside. Get under a sturdy table and use your arms to protect your head and neck. All IHOP-KC locations (except the trailers) have designated Emergency Safe Areas Know the Terms: Tornado Watch - Tornadoes are possible. Remain alert for approaching storms. Watch the sky and stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio, commercial radio or television for information. Tornado Warning - A tornado has been sighted or indicated by weather radar. Take shelter immediately.
Winter Storms Before Winter buy a shovel, ice scraper (for your car's windshield), and warm clothes. Make sure that you have enough food and household essentials on hand, in case you can't go to the store for a few days.
Thunderstorms and Lightning Before a Thunderstorm Unplug any electronic equipment well before the storm arrives.
Dress for the Weather Wear several layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing rather than one layer of heavy clothing. Wear mittens, which are warmer than gloves. Wear a hat. A hat will prevent loss of body heat.
During a Thunderstorm Remember the 30/30 Lightning Safety Rule: Go indoors if, after seeing lightning, you cannot count to 30 before hearing thunder. Stay indoors for 30 minutes after hearing the last clap of thunder.
Know the Terms Freezing Rain - Rain that freezes when it hits the ground, creating ice. Sleet - Rain that turns to ice pellets before reaching the ground. Winter Weather Advisory - Conditions are expected to cause significant inconveniences and may be hazardous. Winter Storm Watch - A winter storm is possible in your area. Winter Storm Warning - A winter storm is occurring or will soon occur in your area. Blizzard Warning - Sustained winds of 35 miles per hour or greater and considerable amounts of falling or blowing snow . Frost/Freeze Warning - Below freezing temperatures are expected
Know the Terms Severe Thunderstorm Watch - Tells you when and where severe thunderstorms are likely to occur. Watch the sky and stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio, commercial radio or television for information. Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued when severe weather has been reported by spotters or indicated by radar. Warnings indicate imminent danger to life and property to those in the path of the storm
For more information on Emergency Preparedness, please visit www.Ready.gov
IHOPU International Student Services 12901 S. US Hwy 71 Grandview, MO 64030 [email protected]
For informational purposes only. All information courtesy of www.ready.gov
Tornadoes Before a Tornado: Look for the following danger signs: Dark, often greenish sky Large hail A large, dark, low-lying cloud (particularly if rotating) Loud roar, similar to a freight train. During a Tornado: Go to the basement, storm cellar, or the lowest building level. If there is no basement, go to the center of an interior room on the lowest level (closet, interior hallway) away from corners, windows, doors, and outside walls. Put as many walls as possible between you and the outside. Get under a sturdy table and use your arms to protect your head and neck. All IHOP-KC locations (except the trailers) have designated Emergency Safe Areas Know the Terms: Tornado Watch - Tornadoes are possible. Remain alert for approaching storms. Watch the sky and stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio, commercial radio or television for information. Tornado Warning - A tornado has been sighted or indicated by weather radar. Take shelter immediately.
Winter Storms Before Winter buy a shovel, ice scraper (for your car's windshield), and warm clothes. Make sure that you have enough food and household essentials on hand, in case you can't go to the store for a few days.
Thunderstorms and Lightning Before a Thunderstorm Unplug any electronic equipment well before the storm arrives.
Dress for the Weather Wear several layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing rather than one layer of heavy clothing. Wear mittens, which are warmer than gloves. Wear a hat. A hat will prevent loss of body heat.
During a Thunderstorm Remember the 30/30 Lightning Safety Rule: Go indoors if, after seeing lightning, you cannot count to 30 before hearing thunder. Stay indoors for 30 minutes after hearing the last clap of thunder.
Know the Terms Freezing Rain - Rain that freezes when it hits the ground, creating ice. Sleet - Rain that turns to ice pellets before reaching the ground. Winter Weather Advisory - Conditions are expected to cause significant inconveniences and may be hazardous. Winter Storm Watch - A winter storm is possible in your area. Winter Storm Warning - A winter storm is occurring or will soon occur in your area. Blizzard Warning - Sustained winds of 35 miles per hour or greater and considerable amounts of falling or blowing snow . Frost/Freeze Warning - Below freezing temperatures are expected
Know the Terms Severe Thunderstorm Watch - Tells you when and where severe thunderstorms are likely to occur. Watch the sky and stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio, commercial radio or television for information. Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued when severe weather has been reported by spotters or indicated by radar. Warnings indicate imminent danger to life and property to those in the path of the storm
