...don't enter damaged buildings, and stay alert for downed power lines or leaky gas mains. Keep tuned in to weather reports, since the storm may be part of a system spawning several tornados.
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Tornado checklist: What to do – and what myths to ignore
Here are six items severe-weather experts advise putting on your tornado-emergency checklist – along with four tornado-response myths to ignore.
After the twister passes...
