Mark my fucking words the lake is gonna come through with this storm tonight and make it dissipate, she’ll do it like she always does, what a queen I love her sm
Mark my fucking words the lake is gonna come through with this storm tonight and make it dissipate, she’ll do it like she always does, what a queen I love her sm
@ElsSaidIt The amount of times I’ve told my mom she needs therapy because she really really does, like it’s bad, but she just blows me off every time I say it, it’s actually fucking crazy
The age old question of "should I take shelter underneath an overpass?" has one answer, and one answer only. That answer is no.
In May of 1999, we experienced deaths because of this false sense of safety. Shown in the image are the silhouettes of the deceased that used an overpass for safety. So why are they so dangerous? Apart from the fact bridges could collapse if not up to code, overpasses have something called the tunneling effect. This tunneling effect is due to the pinching of winds the closer to the top of the embankment you get. Typically we see this play out as strong winds rush up a mountain and gust the strongest at the peak. Same rules of physics apply. A tornado producing 150 mph winds suddenly gets bumped to 200 mph or greater localized completely underneath an overpass due to that tunneling effect. Additionally, being at a higher point vs a lower point puts you further out into the elements for sudden wind changes and flying debris.
Also, whether sheltering from any sort of severe weather underneath an overpass or out in the open, it is illegal to block lanes of traffic. Thankfully, there are better solutions.
1) Make sure to check the weather before you go! On days of travel, you shouldn't only check the weather at your destination. Check the weather of the route along the way. Download a reliable radar app that shows you more than rain, such as velocity (wind) radar, active warnings, and other crucial severe weather data.
2) Your best chances of survival are to get as low as possible. Park your vehicle as far off the road as possible and jump into a ditch. Physics are in your favor when you lay flat. Less surface area to be pelted by debris, and it's much harder for the winds to sweep you away.
3) Get off the highway at the nearest exit and find a sturdy shelter. Often restaurants or gas stations with walk-in coolers are your best bet on the road due to the reinforced walls most of these coolers have.
Ultimately, you're responsible for your own life when it comes to finding safety. We are telling you what works and what doesn't from decades of research and real-life examples. Be smart, and stay safe out there this severe weather season.