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A tornado warning, but no basement

A tornado warning reaches Claire at home, where she has no basement. The tornado puts her safety at risk, and she isn't sure which room to use for shelter. The CDC says, "If you don't have a basement, go to an inside room, without windows, on the lowest floor." A short story from the BePrepared article "Where to Take Shelter During a Tornado: Room-by-Room Guide". The article explains how to choose a tornado shelter spot.

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A tornado warning reaches Claire at home, where she has no basement. The tornado puts her safety at risk, and she isn't sure which room to use for shelter. The CDC says, "If you don't have a basement, go to an inside room, without windows, on the lowest floor." In today's BePrepared library article, you'll find a room-by-room guide to sheltering during a tornado. Learn how to make your shelter plan before the storm. Having a clear plan can help you feel more confident about what to do. Read the full article to learn how to choose a tornado shelter spot.

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