r/vandwellers • u/Glitchyguy97 • 6d ago

Tips & Tricks Is it scary during storms/tornadoes?

I've always worried about tornadoes

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u/POODERQUASTE 6d ago

i mean..when there are tornado warnings you just drive away?

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u/drdiggg 6d ago

Where to? On a trip across the US, I was in Kansas City in the middle of tornado warnings and had no idea what to do. The local radio was talking about how a tornado touched down in "this" area/neighborhood, then "that" one. It may have been obvious for a local, but I had no clue where these places were and whether or not I was in danger.

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u/ACanadianNoob 6d ago

I guess in a pinch you can look up sheltered concrete parking garages and pay for a night of parking there.

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u/AcMav 6d ago

You should be looking for Tornado Shelters if you're in a situation like this. Generally its advised against seeking shelter in your vehicle under bridges or in open structures like that as they act as wind tunnels, amplifying the effects. You're at high risk in an above ground non-permanent shelter, it's definitely worth taking the time to identify a local shelter. Lots of RV parks in Tornado prone areas have Tornado Shelters if you want to stay close to your van. Be safe out there