We're heading into tornado season soon. Do you know what to do in the event of a tornado warning in your area? Make sure you have a plan!

Do you know what to do during a tornado warning? Your best bet to avoid panicking when that siren goes off is to make sure you have a plan in place! That way, you aren't caught off guard. READYColorado, a project dedicated to homeland security and hazard preparation, noted that tornados can strike with little warning. There are some warning signs that a tornado may develop:

• A dark, greenish sky
• Wall clouds or an approaching cloud of debris
• Large hail, often in the absence of rain
• The air may become very still
• A loud roar similar to a freight train may be heard

While any of these may indicate an approaching tornado, none of them necessarily guarantees that a tornado is approaching. Additionally, a tornado may form without any of these warning signs. It's important to have a plan in place in advance so you're ready just in case. READYColorado has a few tips on planning for tornados:

• Register for local reverse telephone alerts: Click here, then click on "Alerts" next to your county to sign up.
• Pay attention to weather changes and stay informed during tornado watches and warnings. A tornado watch means that a tornado is possible. A tornado warning means that one has been spotted.
• Know the weather signs that herald a tornado.
• Create a safe room ahead of time, and make sure everyone in your family knows where it is. Ideally your safe room should be below ground and away from windows, but experts say a safety room in a first-floor interior without windows can also protect you.

If your safe room is underground, have a professional check that it's built against accumulating water, as heavy rains often accompany severe windstorms. Once you're in your safe room, wait for the tornado to pass. Bring a smart phone or weather radio with you to stay up to date on developments and listen for the tornado sirens to stop. Once the tornado is over, listen to local official for updates and instructions. Stay out of damaged buildings and homes until authorities say they are safe. Also watch out for debris and downed power lines. If you're without power, use lights powered by a battery rather than candles to prevent accidental fires. Take pictures of any property damage and take steps to prevent more damage, such as putting a tarp over a damaged roof. Insurance may not cover additional damage after the storm. Do you have any other tips for what to do during a tornado? Share them in the comments below!

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