MamasHealth.com Home Tornado Help After a tornado Children's needs Inspect damage Take shelter Other links Email Mama Earthquake help Hurricane help	Inspect damage after a tornado A tornado may cause significant structural damage to homes, building structures, and power lines. Inspect the damage with care. Tips on how to inspect damage after a tornado After a tornado, be aware of possible structural, electrical, or gas-leak hazards in your home. Contact your local city or county building inspectors for information on structural safety codes and standards. They may also offer suggestions on finding a qualified contractor to do work for you. If you suspect any damage to your home, shut off electrical power, natural gas, and propane tanks to avoid fire, electrocution, or explosions. If it is dark when you are inspecting your home, use a flashlight rather than a candle or torch to avoid the risk of fire or explosion in a damaged home. If you see frayed wiring or sparks, or if there is an odor of something burning, you should immediately shut off the electrical system at the main circuit breaker if you have not done so already. If you smell gas or suspect a leak, turn off the main gas valve, open all windows, and leave the house immediately. Notify the gas company, the police or fire departments, or State Fire Marshal's office, and do not turn on the lights, light matches, smoke, or do anything that could cause a spark. Do not return to your house until you are told it is safe to do so. Safety During Clean Up Wear sturdy shoes or boots, long sleeves, and gloves. Learn proper safety procedures and operating instructions before operating any gas-powered or electric-powered saws or tools. Clean up spilled medicines, drugs, flammable liquids, and other potentially hazardous materials.	Featured Book Advertise on MamasHealth.com Your product featured on MamasHealth.com
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