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NOAA News Online (Story 1105) NOAA Magazine || NOAA Home Page Commerce Dept. MOBILE HOMES AND VEHICLES DEADLY IN TORNADOES March 5, 2003 — Now that spring is here—meteorologically speaking—NOAA reminds Americans to be prepared for tornadoes . Tornadoes occur most often in March through early July, but they can and do occur throughout the year. The number of tornado deaths in mobile homes increased significantly in 2002, totaling more than half of all tornado deaths in the United States, according NOAA. (Click NOAA image for larger view of tornado south of Dimmitt, Texas, taken June 2, 1995. Please credit “NOAA.”) In 2002, a total of 55 people died in tornadoes, 37 of whom were in mobile homes, 12 in permanent homes, four in cars and two outside. In 2001, 40 fatalities were recorded, 11 of those in mobile homes, 18 in permanent homes, six in vehicles, three outside and two in buildings. In 2000, 29 of the 40 tornado deaths, or nearly 78 percent, were in mobile homes, four were in permanent homes, four in vehicles, one was outside and two were in buildings. One reason for the growing rate of mobile home deaths is the increased population in such homes in the past 30 years, according to Harold Brooks, research meteorologist with the NOAA National Severe Storms Laboratory . The number of mobile homes per capita has grown the most in the Southeast, from Arkansas eastward, except for Florida, which has seen slower growth in mobile homes because of new higher building standards in the aftermath of Hurricane Andrew. Mobile homes are not safe during tornadoes. The NOAA National Weather Service recommends leaving a mobile home and going to the lowest floor of a sturdy nearby building or storm shelter. “Tornadoes are extremely violent and other than underground there is no good place in a tornado,” said Dan McCarthy, warning coordination meteorologist with the NOAA Storm Prediction Center . “If you can’t get underground, the best place is in the center of a permanent structure.” The NOAA National Weather Service’s aim, he said, is to make sure no one finds themselves in the middle of nowhere with a tornado bearing down on them. However, in that situation, the NOAA National Weather Service recommends abandoning vehicles when a tornado is approaching, and not take cover underneath overpasses. “Vehicles may not be appropriate shelter. We can provide numerous documented cases of vehicles being carried aloft and dropped by tornadoes, and vehicles impaled by flying debris such as 2x4s,” McCarthy said. “We realize when lying in a ditch you are also vulnerable to flying debris, but it may be better to get out of and away from the vehicle and taking cover by placing your hands over your head.” Then NOAA National Weather Service’s safety recommendations were made following a thorough study conducted by Centers for Disease Control epidemiologists in 1979 following the deadly Wichita Falls, Texas, tornado. They found that people in vehicles trying to escape tornadoes became stuck in traffic jams and on dead-end streets. Others were killed when the tornado curved back over them after they thought they had driven to a safe place. The CDC recommended at that time people in motor vehicles should seek shelter immediately upon hearing a tornado warning and should not attempt to drive from the tornado’s path. “Ultimately, it’s up to each person to decide what to do based on their circumstances,” McCarthy said. “Each situation is different, so making an informed decision provides the best chance for survival.” An average of 1,200 tornadoes cause more than $400 million in damage to homes and businesses, schools and churches annually. Considered nature’s most violent storms, peak tornado activity occurs during the months of March through early July. The NOAA National Weather Service, Red Cross, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency recommend the following actions if a tornado warning is issued. In a home or building, move to a pre-designated shelter, such as a basement or interior room or hallway on the lowest floor and away from windows. In a mobile home, even if tied down, seek shelter in a sturdy building. As a last resort, and if no sturdy building is available leave the mobile home and seek shelter in a nearby ditch. Do not stay in the mobile home. If caught outside or in a vehicle, and where no sturdy building is available lie flat in a nearby ditch away from overpasses and vehicles. NOAA measures spring from March 1 through May 31. NOAA is dedicated to enhancing economic security and national safety through the prediction and research of weather and climate-related events and providing environmental stewardship of the nation’s coastal and marine resources. NOAA is part of the U. S. Department of Commerce . Relevant Web Sites NOAA Storm Prediction Center—The Basics about Tornadoes NOAA Tornadoes Page NOAA Storm Watch NOAA's Monthly Tornado Statistics NOAA National Severe Storms Laboratory Media Contact: Keli Tarp , NOAA Weather Partners , (405) 366-0451

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RV Donation - Donate Motorhom, Van, RV to An Artist Donate An RV-Motorhome-Van-Car For Art Make a Difference for A Struggling Artist Art Blog-Journal Home Art Blog-Journal Archives - Pagani Outsider Home Galleries: - Abstract Art - Oregon Paintings - Impressionist Gallery - Expressionist Gallery Artist's Statement+Bio Contact Representation: - Absolute Arts Prints Etcetera: - Framed Prints, Posters, Cards Artist's Statement & Bio The Artist of Oregon uses vehicles in many projects, including art cars and sculpture projects. Even more important, The Artist uses vehicles to work in the small towns of Oregon for art shows and more. The Donation Merry-Go-'Round It's easy enough to donate your RV, van or motor home -- and many people and groups out there are making generic pleas for such donations. If you are considering giving such a valuable gift, please ask yourself: What is going to happen to my gift and what sort of thing am I supporting? Is it really a worthy cause and will my gift make a real difference in the world or am I dealing with a profitable business with a thin charitable disguise? Charity Scamathon The sad fact is, I just saw one of these wonderful gifts on eBay where they came out and said the person had donated it to a "charity" and now this private party is selling it on eBay for 100% profit! It isn't like they are all scams, and as long as these charit front groups tell you they are going to turn around and sell your donation, fine. There is nothing wrong with legitimate charities turning a profit on donations if the gift-giver knows that is what they are going to do and doesn't have a problem with it. But I suspect that this is often not the case, although I can't prove it. Making The Choice Giving the gift of a vehicle is a big deal, especially consideringyour personal investment, so you should choose carefully. You've invested yourself and your hard-earned dollars in a vehicle that you are now going to just give away. Shouldn't something really good come out of this? Now here's the really good news: One person can make a big difference by donating directly to a working, traveling artist who brings joy and culture to some of the back roads of America. It's not your usual charity thing, this is different! This is an entirely different way to see a gift like this: Instead of an arms-length business transaction, why not make a direct connection with the recipient? Instead of making your donation to a monolithic, impersonal charity mill, why not have the satisfaction of knowing that your gift is being put to positive use? Mobile Art & History ChrissPagani has been doing impromptu roadside art shows for some time now. While traveling around sketching and preserving in paint the disappearing color ofrural America. These art shows are far more than sales pitches: they bring theculture of contemporary art to those who would otherwise never see it while preserving the life of middle America for future generations. The artist has a goal of continuing this adventure of the human spirit while preserving America's rapidly-disappearing uniqueness, but the old motor home is very tired, it's on its last legs and gas is getting beyond the range of affordable. For those who love the artist's work, especially the paintings of Oregon - or who simply love the highest of expression of the human spirit that art represents - this is an opportunity to make a difference. Let's be blunt, here: Without your support, the preservation of traditional America and the message of The Artist could be in jeopardy of being lost. Any help is appreciated, including cash donations. One things that is needed is a replacement class A, B (van conversion) or C motor home that is in somewhat better mechanical condition so that the art mission can continue. Even a small car that could save some fuel would help a great deal. The artist is always willing to do some work but your donated vehicle should be driveable as and currently licensed to be movable. Choosing What Is Right Thebig charity mills offer prepackaged forms, plain vanilla tax deduction receipts and not much else. The beneficiary of your gift, assuming there actually is a real person on the other end, will never know who you are or why you chose to do what you did. Maybe it is time to think differently. Instead of an anonymous tax deduction, why not take direct action and give your gift ot a real person who will appreciate what you've done? By making this direct connection, you'll know what your investment is doing for the world -- because you'll see it in art shows! Don't wait, contact The Artist today. The artistwill pick-up your vehicle anywhere as long as it is in good working conditionand you can present a clear title. The more work it needs, the closer it needsto be to the Northern coast of Oregon. It'sup to you... This will allow a working artist to continue doing what the working artist does:Preserving a dying part of America in a tangible way and introducing small townsand fellow travelers to the highest of human culture. Now you can be part of something that is bigger than ourselves. The most certain thing in life is uncertainty: Maybe you had an idea that you were going to do a lot of traveling but it didn't work out for one reason or another, or it proved to be more of a hassle than you thought. Sometimes God works in mysterious ways. What ever has brought you here, you are here for a reason. Now is the time to let the miraculous work through you . The fact that you are reading these words means something ... just the fact that you would thinking about lending a helping hand makes me feel good inside.. ... won't you help now? Click here to e-mail Pagani My address has been encrypted using javascript in order to reduce the volume of spam. If you are reading this message it means you have disabled Javascript in your browser settings. If you want to e-mail me, try turning it back on. Otherwise, you'll need to copy the address shown on the business card which appears on the Contact page. Sorry for the inconvenience. Not ready yet? While you give this some more thought, consider making a cash donation to help the cause. Your gift can make a real difference in real lives . Thank-you. ... And please, help spread the word! Yours truly, -- Chriss Pagani

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