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HURRICANE
TERMS |
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The Atlantic
hurricane season is from June 1 to November 30. |
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Hurricane Watch:
tropical storm force winds expected within 36 to 72
hours. |
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Hurricane Warning:
tropical storm force winds expected within 24 to 36
hours; evacuation orders issued for residents in
manufactured homes, and special needs residents. |
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Category 1 Hurricane: 74 - 95 mph winds. |
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Category 2 Hurricane:
96 - 110 mph winds.
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Category 3 Hurricane:
111 - 130 mph winds.
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Category 4 Hurricane:
131 - 155 mph winds.
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Category 5 Hurricane:
Greater than 155 mph
winds. |
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TORNADO
TERMS |
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Tornado Watch:
issued when weather conditions are favorable for the
formation of tornadoes. Stay informed and be
prepared to take shelter. |
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Tornado Warning:
issued when a funnel cloud has been sighted or
indicated by radar. Take shelter immediately. |
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Tornadoes are rated
by the Enhanced Fujita Scale: |
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EF0:
65 -
85 mph winds. |
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EF1:
86 - 110 mph winds. |
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EF2:
111 - 135 mph winds. |
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EF3:
136 - 165 mph winds. |
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EF4:
166 - 200 mph winds. |
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EF5:
Over 200 mph winds. |
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TORNADO
TIPS |
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What you should do in
the event of an approaching tornado: |
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Stay
away from windows. |
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Do not
open doors and windows. |
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Seek
shelter in an interior room or closet on the lower
level of your house. |
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Leave
mobile homes and move to a low-lying area or ditch. |
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If
seeking shelter outdoors, do so in a ditch or
low-lying area. |
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Protect
your head from falling debris and flying objects. |
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Do not
seek shelter in a vehicle. |
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DISASTER
EVENTS CAN BE STRESSFUL FOR EVERYONE |
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Get
enough rest, and take breaks when you need them. |
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Set
goals to help tackle obstacles. |
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Talk
with your family and friends about concerns or
frustrations. |
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Be
patient with yourself and others. |
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Remember
that you are not alone and that there are resources
available to help you. |
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