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What is a tornado?
A
tornado is a column of violently rotating winds extending down from a
thunderstorm cloud and touching the surface of the earth. A tornado spins like
a top and may sound like an airplane or train.
How
many tornadoes usually occur in Michigan?
Michigan averages 18 tornadoes each year. Since 1950, 239 people have been
killed due to tornadoes. During the same time, Michigan has experienced 772
tornadoes.
What is the difference between a Tornado Watch and a Tornado Warning?
A
tornado watch means that the weather conditions are right for tornadoes to
develop. However, a watch does not necessarily mean a tornado will develop. A
tornado watch gives you time to plan and prepare should one occur. A tornado
warning means that one has been sighted. Seek shelter immediately and listen to
the radio or television for additional information.
Where should I seek shelter?
The
National Weather Service suggests you follow this guide:
In a
home, go to the basement and get under the stairwell, or under a heavy piece of
furniture. If there is no basement, go to an interior closet, hall or bathroom
on the lowest floor and stay away from windows. Cover your head with pillows or
sofa cushions.
In
schools, hospitals, churches and office buildings, go to small interior rooms or
halls on the lowest floor. Stay away from windows. Avoid large open areas with
free span roofs such as gymnasiums and cafeterias.
In
steel and concrete high rise buildings, it is not necessary to get to the lowest
floor, but go to interior halls, bathrooms or closets. Stay away from windows.
In
shopping centers, avoid large open areas and glass. Seek shelter in bathrooms,
small interior spaces and behind counters. Do not attempt to escape in your
vehicle.
Abandon mobile homes and vehicles for a nearby reinforced building. As a last
resort lie flat in a ditch. Do not seek shelter under an overpass.
Should
I call the police or fire department if the tornado sirens are sounding? No,
unless you are reporting an emergency. During severe weather, the police and
fire departments usually are inundated with numerous phone calls.
Seek
shelter. Bring a battery operated TV or radio with you for information.
Michigan is among a group of states most at risk from severe weather disasters
as shown on the map below. The natural events used in this assessment can be
seen on this Map. The below map gives an overview of each type of event and the
time of year it is most likely to occur.
In
vehicles do not try to out drive a tornado. Get out of the vehicle
immediately and take shelter. If there is no time to get indoors, get out of
the car and lie in a ditch or low-lying area away from the vehicle. Use arms to
protect your head and neck.
Listen to your local radio station WHMI 93.5 fm, for current weather updates
Do
NOT call 911 for general information - only call if you have an emergency!
What should I do if the
tornado sirens are sounding? Do not call 9-1-1, unless you have an
emergency - reporting a funnel cloud or tornado is an emergency. Contact
Brighton Area Fire Authority business line at 1-810-229-6640. If there is no
answer turn to WHMI 93.5 fm as they are updated from the Livingston County
Dispatch Center and the National Weather Service during the event.
The
Brighton Area Fire Authority recommends that you have a battery operated radio
available in your home or vehicle as an emergency notification during a storm or
natural disaster.
The
Brighton Area Fire Authority tests the sirens on the first Saturday each
month April through November at 12:00 p.m.
Construction site of the new Fire Station in Genoa
Township (Station 35)
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Free Smoke Detectors
The Brighton Area Fire Department has launched an initiative to ensure that
there is at least one working smoke detector in every residence in the City of
Brighton, Brighton and Genoa Township. Brighton fire fighters will come to
your home at no charge and install a working smoke detector. Installation
takes only fifteen minutes.
This program is available only to residents of the
City of Brighton, Brighton Township and Genoa Township.
Residents can schedule
an appointment by calling 810-229-6640 Ext. 37 or send a e-mail to
cruf@brightonareafire.com.
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The Brighton Area Firefighters Association Says....
HELP POLICE, FIRE, AND EMS FIND YOU FASTER !!!
With A Reflective Address Sign....
The Brighton Area Firefighters Association is selling
Reflective Address Signs for $15.00. Order forms can be picked up at the
Brighton Area Fire Department Mon-Fri 8am-5pm or
e-mail gmowbray@brightonareafire.com
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more information.
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