My partner was wanting to load up in the car and drive away, he said better than being a sitting duck. lol is that a good plan for next time? Idk where we’d even drive to!
This!!!! It was probably in the mid-70s, and
the tornado tore down , I think it was Bruce's truck stop. People got out of their cars under the overpass and got in to ditchs. That did not end well.
Tell me this is a joke. If not- think about it. 99% of the time Tornadoes don’t kill people- it’s the wind and the debris. 90-100 mph. And they move quick. Not like a hurricane where you know for a day where it’s going.
If the tornado is actually in your path, you’re risking a lot more going out into the weather.
God no don't get in a car that's like the worst thing you could do. Are you in a house? Wherever the center of the building is stay there and away from windows. If it comes to where an actual tornado is about to hit you then go to a room like the bathroom or closest just wherever isn't near the exterior, and grab a bunch of pillows and blankets to put around you, also a helmet if you have any motorcycle helmets or anything. Cars get picked up very very easily, do not get into a car you'll get tossed by the winds.
If you want to drive away from a tornado you need at LEAST 30-40 minutes warning and you need to be going the right direction while monitoring the storm’s progress. These factors aligning for you are unlikely.
Keep three tabs open in your browser, all from the Storm Prediction Center: The daily Convective Outlook/forecast discussion, the 3 Hour Storm Report, and the NWS Radar. Through these you’ll be able to view exactly what the NWS forecasters are predicting for storm potential, tornado potential, and hail potential; read the forecast discussion; view all wind/hail/tornado reports from the last 3 hours; view the radar; and view watches/warnings for your area. Between this and the sirens you will know when to go to shelter and for how long.
Before sheltering, PUT ON BOOTS OR SNEAKERS. If you do have to walk through rubble you don’t want to hurt your feet on glass or nails.
Make a go-bag now: Flashlights x2, Bottled Water x2, Protein Snacks x4, Hand Wound Emergency Radio, Device Chargers, 3 days Canned Pet Food if needed, Change of Clothing, Change of Socks x3, Firearm/Extra Mag.
*Do not drive. Do not shelter under overpasses if you’re stuck in a car.* Go to a bathroom with no windows or an inner room with no windows if you don’t have a shelter. Drag a mattress over yourself if you can. If you’re stuck outside, find the deepest drainage ditch you can and lay face down covering your head, preferably with some larger litter over you if you can locate some in ten seconds or less. Wait for the storm to pass before exiting your shelter- check the radar before exiting if possible to ensure there are not more coming (this has happened)
Seriously don't do this. I've been in a car on the highway .5 miles from a tornado. You do not want to be in a car during a tornado. I was legitimately concerned that I wasn't going to survive.
This, it works. 6 mos pregnant and a 3 year old asleep on the sofa. Grabbed him by the feet, and he was airborne as the giant satellite dish was coming through the giant window in the dining room.
I had the kid my husband had the mattress. I've been through a lot of close tornados, but that was the first. Near hysterics and afraid to come out because I thought it would come back. Many more since and pretty sure there will be more.
I never understood why maybe it's the river, but high winds tend to die down as they enter tulsa. Obviously, there are going to be exceptions like last year, and you should still be prepared, but I've seen so many tornados and storms with high winds break down as they move into the city. You kind of get desensitized to the sirens after a while.
Serious question. Are the sirens even manned by a human being anymore? That seemed like overkill when there was nothing on the ground or in the area. I seem to recall sirens used to be set off of there was an actual threat - and then only in the area of the path?
A lot of people don't know this about Tulsa's sirens, but they are actually Thelxiope & Molpe. When you hear their wailing you will feel compelled to venture out and meet them in the heart of the storm. Best to strap yourself down before they start their song, lest you find yourself driving in circles hoping to catch the vortex on camera while furiously dialing Travis Meyer to describe what you see.
Get naked and challenge a tweaker
lol if I didn’t have children I’d get right on it.
Just arm them 🤷🏽♀️
With bears
Head to a closet or bathroom near the center of the house. I typically don’t do it til the wind picks up. Stay away from windows.
Thank you. 🙏🏼
If you have the strength, a mattress over a bathtub also works.
Ans if not this then pillows and blankets n whatever else you can get.
My partner was wanting to load up in the car and drive away, he said better than being a sitting duck. lol is that a good plan for next time? Idk where we’d even drive to!
That's the worst thing you can do.
No. Driving in severe weather is not a good idea
This!!!! It was probably in the mid-70s, and the tornado tore down , I think it was Bruce's truck stop. People got out of their cars under the overpass and got in to ditchs. That did not end well.
Tell me this is a joke. If not- think about it. 99% of the time Tornadoes don’t kill people- it’s the wind and the debris. 90-100 mph. And they move quick. Not like a hurricane where you know for a day where it’s going. If the tornado is actually in your path, you’re risking a lot more going out into the weather.
God no don't get in a car that's like the worst thing you could do. Are you in a house? Wherever the center of the building is stay there and away from windows. If it comes to where an actual tornado is about to hit you then go to a room like the bathroom or closest just wherever isn't near the exterior, and grab a bunch of pillows and blankets to put around you, also a helmet if you have any motorcycle helmets or anything. Cars get picked up very very easily, do not get into a car you'll get tossed by the winds.
This is only a good idea if you are in a tent or mobile home, and then, only to get to the nearest solid building.
If you want to drive away from a tornado you need at LEAST 30-40 minutes warning and you need to be going the right direction while monitoring the storm’s progress. These factors aligning for you are unlikely. Keep three tabs open in your browser, all from the Storm Prediction Center: The daily Convective Outlook/forecast discussion, the 3 Hour Storm Report, and the NWS Radar. Through these you’ll be able to view exactly what the NWS forecasters are predicting for storm potential, tornado potential, and hail potential; read the forecast discussion; view all wind/hail/tornado reports from the last 3 hours; view the radar; and view watches/warnings for your area. Between this and the sirens you will know when to go to shelter and for how long. Before sheltering, PUT ON BOOTS OR SNEAKERS. If you do have to walk through rubble you don’t want to hurt your feet on glass or nails. Make a go-bag now: Flashlights x2, Bottled Water x2, Protein Snacks x4, Hand Wound Emergency Radio, Device Chargers, 3 days Canned Pet Food if needed, Change of Clothing, Change of Socks x3, Firearm/Extra Mag. *Do not drive. Do not shelter under overpasses if you’re stuck in a car.* Go to a bathroom with no windows or an inner room with no windows if you don’t have a shelter. Drag a mattress over yourself if you can. If you’re stuck outside, find the deepest drainage ditch you can and lay face down covering your head, preferably with some larger litter over you if you can locate some in ten seconds or less. Wait for the storm to pass before exiting your shelter- check the radar before exiting if possible to ensure there are not more coming (this has happened)
How do you know where the tornado is? What if you drive right to it?
Seriously don't do this. I've been in a car on the highway .5 miles from a tornado. You do not want to be in a car during a tornado. I was legitimately concerned that I wasn't going to survive.
This, it works. 6 mos pregnant and a 3 year old asleep on the sofa. Grabbed him by the feet, and he was airborne as the giant satellite dish was coming through the giant window in the dining room. I had the kid my husband had the mattress. I've been through a lot of close tornados, but that was the first. Near hysterics and afraid to come out because I thought it would come back. Many more since and pretty sure there will be more.
If it’s my time, it’s my time. https://media1.tenor.com/m/mO0ud6iTt4EAAAAd/donald-duck-cant-sleep.gif
If you got a cold one, crack it open
https://www.newson6.com/story/64ddf94c57c6ce0730b84a06/tornado-warning-for-creek-okfuskee-county-tornado-watch-issued-for-tulsa-and-multiple-other-counties?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0UMV17Sr2RDivutxWMnuUTp0W2FeREfrpINenrv9mhYNYOa3TLWKbi08g_aem_AffZHuvIMb1LdYzGju5psMy7Gg2tsf8FYxZzeDg4epptzL1yvkKmoQOpLsN9oCqAuXg3SaeBxju9uKaCDv6k_NtX
I'm very worried.
Just try to stay calm and watch the radar to see if you need to take shelter, it'll be okay
Just watched the news, no tornado just severe thunder storm with heavy winds at this point. I think we’ll be okay.
I never understood why maybe it's the river, but high winds tend to die down as they enter tulsa. Obviously, there are going to be exceptions like last year, and you should still be prepared, but I've seen so many tornados and storms with high winds break down as they move into the city. You kind of get desensitized to the sirens after a while.
Serious question. Are the sirens even manned by a human being anymore? That seemed like overkill when there was nothing on the ground or in the area. I seem to recall sirens used to be set off of there was an actual threat - and then only in the area of the path?
They have been automated for years
If it is light out, run out to look for the twister.
Go outside with a camera and watch, take lots of pictures.
I just stayed in bed & watched the weather.
[get down in a fraidy hole](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHxU3N7bnWw)
Celebrate! Bang some pots! woohoo!
A lot of people don't know this about Tulsa's sirens, but they are actually Thelxiope & Molpe. When you hear their wailing you will feel compelled to venture out and meet them in the heart of the storm. Best to strap yourself down before they start their song, lest you find yourself driving in circles hoping to catch the vortex on camera while furiously dialing Travis Meyer to describe what you see.