Sample Tornado Preparedness Guide

Whenever there is a ‘tornado watch’ or ‘tornado warning’ in effect and there is a possibility that students will be travelling during the storm, hold the departure of those students until after the storm has passed. Buses “do not provide protection” from severe storms.

• Prior to outside physical activities, check the weather forecast for severe thunderstorm watches or warnings. When outside, watch for identifying features.
• Communicate to students appropriate actions for severe weather conditions (severe thunderstorms and tornado watches/warnings).
• Actions that must be taken:
  • Tornado Safety At School
  • Tornado Safety When Outdoors
  • Tornado Safety When in a Vehicle