Where is the best place to take shelter in a tornado warning?

Question

I'm in house with no basement. There are 2 bathrooms. Both bathrooms have outside walls. So, is it better to take shelter in the bathrooms (one small, one larger) OR in the hallway which is central in the house?

Answer 1

No, do not take shelter in either one of your bathrooms considering that they are connected to an outside wall. This is among the worst places you could be. Your hallway would be the best place because it is in the middle of the house, far away from any windows or outer walls. If you have a closet in the hallway, it can also be a good room to go to. Take blankets, pillows or a small enough mattress to cover yourself while you take shelter.

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Answer 2

Don't take shelter in you hallway, I would take shelter in either one of your bathrooms.

Answer 3

Your hallway is your best defense against the storm. Have as many walls between you and the tornado as possiable!