what to do when severe weather is forecast
We are in a lovely campground 300 miles from home. We just heard local weather forecast for tomorrow. It includes wind gusts up to 50 mph and possibility of tornados in the evening. Other than sec...
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First, carry a weather radio. Know what county you're in so you know where they're talking about on the radio. Have a map in front of you so you can follow the storm path as they're talking on the radio. If you're in the path then more plans are needed. Many good ideas from the above posts. If you know the danger is very near to you, do not stay in the RV. Hopefully, the campground has a concrete block building.
If you are in areas that have many storms/tornados, as soon as you check in ask the desk person for their emergency recommendations of places to seek shelter. Ask what county you're in. When traveling through Alabama at various times the awesome rangers knocked on each door to advise us. We spent many hours in the bathroom of the state park. Folks would pack a small cooler with snacks & drinks; take playing cards, weather radio and a lawn chair... also their pets. Some brought their computers and even important documents. Men, women and children all went into the same bath house. Party time!
If you are in areas that have many storms/tornados, as soon as you check in ask the desk person for their emergency recommendations of places to seek shelter. Ask what county you're in. When traveling through Alabama at various times the awesome rangers knocked on each door to advise us. We spent many hours in the bathroom of the state park. Folks would pack a small cooler with snacks & drinks; take playing cards, weather radio and a lawn chair... also their pets. Some brought their computers and even important documents. Men, women and children all went into the same bath house. Party time!
