What you should do if there's a tornado warning

When a tornado warning is issued, you should seek shelter immediately. But what if you aren't home? The WCNC Charlotte weather team explains what you should do.

Brad Panovich, Larry Sprinkle, Brittany Van Voorhees, KJ Jacobs and Chris Mulcahy share tips on what to do if you are under a tornado warning at work, at school, while shopping, or in your car.

The best place to be during a tornado is at home in your basement. But what if you don't have a basement? Brad Panovich tells you what to do when severe weather strikes your neighborhood. #NCwx #CLTwx #Tornado

When at home, you and your family need to go to their safe place. First, go to the lowest level of your home immediately. A basement is ideal, but if you don't have one, find the most interior room of your house away from windows.

Crouch on the floor and cover your head as much as you can. Brad Panovich's family keeps helmets in their safe space, along with other supplies for a tornado warning.

Your safe place should have a flashlight, as well as food and water. You should always wear shoes because if there is damage, you may have to walk through nails or broken glass.