Living in a tropical country in the Pacific Ring of Fire means getting used to having two seasons: the wet and dry, as well as the occasional earthquakes here and there. So storms, lightnings and thunder are not quite new but terribly strong winds and a tornado alert can be quite alarming especially if it's your first time. A strong gust of wind making you more aware of the weather outside and knowing that the houses here are not made out of cement (reinforced with steel bars) makes you apprehensive. Back home, your primary concern would be getting flooded. Never mind the winds. And then, a text alert informing you of a potential tornado in your area and asking you to take cover. Then you realize, where the shelter is exactly at your place. You pack some things and head for the walk-in closet with a blanket.
Well, apparently, one of the places to be if a shelter is not immediately available, would be the bathtub. And instead of blankets, pillows are advised to serve as a cushion for a good night's sleep while waiting it out. Ha! It's for any possible debris that might fall. Now, the difference with storms that you're used to with this one. It could come pretty quick and after 15 minutes the warning is lifted.
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