CDC: Helmets during tornadoes might help, but no substitute for shelter

During a tornado, the most common cause of death is a head injury. Researchers have thus suggested that a helmet would be helpful to have available in the event of or threat of tornadic activity. The CDC warns that there might not be much time to react in an emergency, so people should have helmets

During a tornado, the most common cause of death is a head injury. Researchers have thus suggested that a helmet would be helpful to have available in the event of or threat of tornadic activity. The CDC warns that there might not be much time to react in an emergency, so people should have helmets stored and readily accessible in their home, workplace, or vehicle if they plan to use them. "Looking for a helmet in the few seconds before a tornado hits may delay you getting safely to shelter," the CDC has said, reminding us that finding shelter should still take first priority.

CBS News, 5/4/2012

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