Dear Aunt Donna and Uncle Steve,
Hi, I just wanted to update you on the storm. However, if you are in the midst of the storm, I would hope you wouldn't be on your computer. But if your waiting for the storm to come within an hour, there are some things you should know for your safety.
First of all, turn on the radio to a non commercial weather station that could tell you the storm detected on the radar, and when it could hit you. Take the radio to a high rise building immediately to seek shelter, and go to the lowest place you can find. Hide in a corner with a survival kit with things such as water, food, flashlights, clothes, gloves, etc. in case of a more intense storm than predicted. You should also prepare yourself for the damage the storm could cause.
Keep in mind that with winds averaging from 30-70 mph, there are certainly damaging consequences. Tornadoes can devastate an entire neighborhood in a matter of seconds. Damaging paths can be in excess of 1 mile wide and 50 miles long per second! During a tornado, dust, debris, and other objects could be picked up and thrown through the air as if it's weightless. Rain, low hanging clouds, deep gray signs, etc. can happen before and while a tornado is occurring, so keep watch. All of these things are quite possible while a tornado is happening, so preparing yourself for the damage it can cause certainly wouldn't be the worst thing you could do. Stay calm, and seek shelter with a survival kit and follow these safety precautions and you should be fine.
Call me if you need anything.
I love you!
--Casey
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