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- [Narrator] April 26, 1991, 55 tornadoes touched down

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from Texas to Minnesota, 30 of them F2 or stronger.

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The storms that day killed 21 people,

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19 of them in Kansas.

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Tornado readiness means knowing what to do

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in the event of catastrophic weather

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both on and off base.

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First off, when the siren sounds and the giant voice

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transmits, "tornado spotted, take cover immediately",

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proceed to a designated tornado shelter.

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Note the difference between a tornado shelter

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and a shelter in place as these are used

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for severe weather and not chemical or hazmat incidents.

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Luckily all facilities on base have their own shelters

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almost like they planned for that.

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The highest ranking person will then take accountability

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and obtain vital information insuring to write down

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name, rank, unit and physical condition

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of everyone present.

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Do not attempt to leave the shelter.

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There is no outrunning a tornado,

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no matter how fast your mile and a half time is.

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Keep away from all doorways and windows.

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Your Instagram selfie with a tornado isn't worth

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a face full of glass.

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If you are in a home find an interior windowless room

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on the lowest level.

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If possible, get under a piece of sturdy furniture

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like a table or desk.

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If you are caught outside and cannot make it

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to a shelter crouch in a ditch or low lying area.

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Use your arms or a jacket to protect your head and neck.

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Do not attempt to outrun a tornado in a vehicle.

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No, not even your all murdered out Cadi.

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If possible, get out and take shelter in a building.

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Listen for the giant voice, TV, and/or radio

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for "tornado clear, personnel remain indoors."

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There may still be danger outside.

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You may now leave your shelter, but stay inside

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your facility and await further instruction.

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Once you hear, "all clear, personnel are released

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to return to normal duty", dial 911 for any

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life threatening emergencies.

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Call your UCC or GCC and report your location,

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condition of everyone with you, and any obvious

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facility damage.

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Proceed outside with caution only after given

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the OK to do so.

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Now that you know the steps for tornado readiness

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you'll be more prepared than ever and here in McConnell

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readiness is one of our top priorities.

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We are A/R.