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4 Tips to Stay Safe During a Tornado in South Florida

The Florida Division of Emergency Management issued some tips to ensure South Florida residents remain safe in the event of a tornado

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Flash flood, tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings were issued Wednesday for parts of South Florida as wet weather was bringing heavy rain to the area for a third straight day.

The Florida Division of Emergency Management issued some tips to ensure South Florida residents remain safe in the event of a tornado.

Firstly, know your area's tonado risk and the signs of a tornado.

Residents should have multiple ways to receive weather alerts. For free, accurate weather alerts check out the NBC6 app that has direct access the First Alert Doppler 6000 forecast.

Next, identify and practice going to a safe shelter where you have plenty of food and supplies.

And lastly, stay in an interior room away from windows and doors.

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