Tornado Watch
After
a tornado, or any severe storm, serious injury can still
occur to people caught in the aftermath who aren't conscious
of the safety risks. It is not unusual in a disaster such
as this for more people to be killed by carelessness after
the fact, than were killed in the event, itself. Keep
these safety tips in mind:
Beware of outdoor hazards.
Watch out for loose or dangling power lines, and report
them immediately to the proper authorities.
Be sure all electric and gas services are turned off before
entering buildings for the first time.
Disconnect the main switch and all circuits.
Watch for electrical shorts or live wires.
Don't turn on any lights or appliances until an electrician
has checked the system for short circuits.
Electric motors in appliances that have been flooded should
be thoroughly cleaned and reconditioned before they are
put back into service.
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