Tenant Handbook
Severe Weather
In the event of life-threatening weather procedures, such as a tornado, a TORNADO WARNING will be issued via radio/TV and the City Defense Warning System (a 3-minute steady blast of sirens).
TAKE THE FOLLOWING ACTIONS IMMEDIATELY:
- Make sure a radio or TV is tuned to a local station for weather information (Please refrain from using the telephones. Circuit lines must remain open for emergency purposes.)
- Leave all exterior rooms and close the doors. Move away from any area exposed to exterior glass. (If you are trapped in an outside room, take cover under a desk or table.)
- Proceed to a center corridor hallway or stairwell and protect yourself by putting your head as close to your lap as possible. If the stairwell is crowded, move down to a lower level.
DO NOT USE THE ELEVATORS
DO NOT GO TO THE FIRST FLOOR LOBBY
DO NOT GO OUTSIDE THE BUILDING
ABOVE ALL ELSE - REMAIN CALM
Tornado Watch – By definition, a tornado watch is an alert by the National Weather Service indicating weather conditions are favorable for tornadoes and other dangerous weather to form.
- Be aware of quickly changing weather conditions.
- Be prepared to move quickly to a protective area, if the warning signal is given.
Tornado Warning – By definition, a tornado warning is an alert by the National Weather Service confirming a tornado has been indicated by radar or has been spotted.
- Stay Calm.
- Move away from the perimeter of the building and exterior glass.
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- Close the door to exterior offices.
- If you are trapped in an outside office – seek protection under a desk as far away from the glass as possible.
- Go to a center corridor or stairwell.
- Sit down and protect yourself by putting your head as close to your lap as possible, or kneel protecting your head.