Tornado Tips: Debris Removal

When the tornado sirens start blaring and the winds start howling, you know it's time to batten down the hatches and start cleaning up the mess. But where do you even begin? Here are some tips to help you navigate the chaos:

Tip 1: Don't Panic (Yet)

It's easy to get caught up in the excitement, but remember: tornadoes are unpredictable. Take a deep breath, put on your favorite disaster movie soundtrack, and assess the damage before you start picking up debris.

Tip 2: Grab Your Safety Gear

Make sure you're wearing your favorite hazmat suit, your trusty flashlight, and your emergency coffee mug. You never know when you'll need to make a dash for the shelter.

Tip 3: Sort Debris by Color

When in doubt, sort debris by color to help you quickly identify what you need to clean up. Green things go in one pile, blue things go in another, and anything that's not green or blue? Well, that's just a bonus puzzle to figure out.

Tip 4: Use the Power of Social Media

Post a picture of your tornado- ravaged neighborhood on Instagram, hashtag #tornadodamage, and watch as the likes and comments roll in. You might even get some tips from fellow survivors on how to deal with the aftermath.

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