Severe Weather Awareness Are You Ready? 2017 Presented By Donna Becker, CPM General Manager

Severe Weather Hazards Are Real In the past 10 years, more than 40 people have died and dozens more injured as a result of weather-related events in Minnesota (not including motor vehicles.) The top severe weather hazards in Minnesota are: Severe storms, hail and lightning Floods Tornadoes Extreme heat 1. Myth: Opening windows in a home or a building during a tornado will help equalize pressure. Fact: Opening windows will have no effect. Stay away from windows and exterior walls. Take shelter in the basement, storm cellar, or an interior room without windows on the lowest floor.   2. Myth: If you are caught driving during a tornado, you should get out of your car and get in a ditch. Fact: Try to drive to the closet sturdy shelter. If there is flying debris, pull over and park. Stay in car with the seat belt on and the engine running. Put your head below the windows, covering your head with your hands and a blanket. 3. Myth: You are safe from lightning if the sky above is clear. Fact: Lightning can strike 10 to 15 miles away from the storm so if there is a storm in your area and the sky above is clear, you are not necessarily safe from lightning. 4. Myth: People struck by lightning carry an electrical charge and should not be touched. Fact: People struck by lightning do not carry an electrical charge. Check the scene for safety and then check the victim. 5. Myth: SUVs, pickups and other large vehicles are safe to drive through floodwaters. Fact: Just two feet of water can float most vehicles and, if the water is moving quickly, vehicles can be swept away. If you come to a flooded road, turn around and go another way. 6. Myth: You can walk through floodwaters as long as the water is not too deep. Fact: Always avoid floodwaters. Just six inches of swiftly moving water can sweep you off your feet. If you come upon a flowing stream where water is above your ankles, stop, turn around and go another way.

Severe Thunderstorms Lightning and Hail Thunderstorms affect relatively small areas A typical thunderstorm is 15 miles in diameter and lasts for about 30 minutes Severe thunderstorms can produce large hail or have winds of at least 58 mph Some wind gusts can exceed 100 mph and produce tornado-like damage

Nature’s most intensely violent storm Tornadoes Nature’s most intensely violent storm Minnesota averages 40 tornadoes per year – but in 2010 the state had most tornadoes of any state in the U.S. with 113 Tornadoes may strike quickly with little or no warning Tornadoes can occur any time of day or night but often occur in the late afternoon or evening

Types of Warnings Advisory Watch Warning

Advisory Severe Weather, Tornado, Winter Weather Less hazardous weather conditions or less specific locations Weather may still pose significant inconvenience, damage or injury Situations are possible that could threaten life or property Building Management Office may send a notice e-mail depending on severity, time of day, etc.

WATCH Severe Weather, Tornado, Winter Weather Weather conditions are favorable for a hazardous weather event Stay alert to changing conditions Make alternate plans Be aware of possible shelter or evacuation routes Building Management Office may send a notice e-mail, call, or post information on Property Direct website for Windsor Plaza (http://pubpropertydirect.cushwakenm.com) depending on severity, time of day, etc.

WARNING Severe Weather, Tornado, Winter Weather A dangerous weather or event is occurring or imminent Likely significant threat to life or property Take protective action immediately No initial e-mail will be sent. Tenants are recommended to seek shelter when siren is heard.

During a Tornado Watch Be alert to changing weather conditions Know your surroundings and location Have a plan for severe weather Have a programmed NOAA Weather Radio operating Listen to radio or TV or check the internet frequently for up to date information

During a Tornado Warning Find shelter immediately Seek an enclosed area away from glass and windows – including the lobby! Windsor Plaza’s Severe Weather Shelter (“AREA of REFUGE”) is located in the lower level executive garage. Stairwells An interior corridor or restroom away from windows. If unable to leave the area you are in, find cover. Shut your door, hide under your desk, cover your head, etc,

WINDSOR PLAZA Area of Refuge / Severe Weather Shelter is located in the Lower Level Executive Garage  

WINDSOR PLAZA Area of Refuge / Severe Weather Shelter Map Showing Location of Stairwells on 1st Floor  

WINDSOR PLAZA Emergency Phones are located in Stairwells 1 and 3 on only floors 2nd through 5th

Take the Warnings Seriously On April 9, 2015 a deadly tornado touched down in Fairdale, IL., and new video has surfaced that shows the power of the storm. The video was taken by Clem Schultz as the storm approached. Shultz lost his home as well as his wife on nearly 25 years that night. Schultz took the video from the top floor of his house. He says he was convinced the storm would miss his home. His wife Geri was downstairs in the kitchen when tornado approached. He wanted to get some lanterns for them, figuring the power would go out. When the EF4 tornado hit with winds close to 200 miles an hour, the chimney came down on him, crushing his hand and a vertebrae. His wife Geri did not survive. Their neighbor and friend, Jackie Klosa, also died that night. https://youtu.be/Szwd-0tatdo

Tornado Drill Day Afternoon Tornado Drill April 20, 2017 - 1:45 p.m. NWS will send simulated warnings to NOAA Weather Radios All counties across Minnesota sound their outdoor warning sirens Schools, businesses, and organizations are encouraged to conduct a tornado drill at this time to practice their own tornado sheltering plans Evening Tornado Drill April 20, 2017 - 6:45 p.m. Severe weather and tornadoes occur most often between 3 and 8 p.m. Second drill allows 2nd-shift workers and families at home to practice their sheltering plans. All tenants are encouraged to practice their own drill when sirens are activated on this day.

Tornado Drill Day – How to Participate Prepare Your Office Create or update emergency plans including emergency personnel for your company Get an NOAA Weather Radio Distribute your plan to your company staff Share your plan with the Building Management Office Practice your company plan during the tornado drill on April 20, 2017 at 1:45 p.m. Conduct Business Continuity Training Prepare Your Home Create or update emergency plans with your entire family Practice your family plan during the evening tornado drill on April 20, 2017 at 6:45 p.m. Check emergency plans at places your family spends time, such as schools, workplaces, churches, markets, or sports facilities Share the plans for these areas with your entire family

Personal Weather Alerts Personal and localized electronic weather alerts are available across Minnesota from the National Weather Service or local media outlets in a variety of formats Email RSS feeds Text messages Cell phones Computers Tablets Social media Sample of sources: National Weather Service Weather.com Accuweather.com Emergency Email & Wireless Network KARE11 763-512-1111 Weather Line WCCO KSTP Red Cross

QUESTIONS? For more information on Emergency Procedures for the Windsor Plaza, visit our property website at https://pubpropertydirect.cushwakenm.com . Or Contact Building Management at: 763-553-2796.