Tragically, many people wait for confirmation of a tornado warning before deciding to take shelter.

• A. Yes
• B. Sometimes
• C. True
• D. Not necessarily

Answer: (C)

Acting quickly on a tornado warning is crucial because warnings are issued when there is credible evidence that a tornado is occurring or imminent. Waiting for confirmation adds dangerous delay, since tornadoes can touch down with little lead time and conditions can change rapidly. People often hesitate due to hoping the threat will pass, confusion about what a warning means, or wanting more certainty, but the safest move is to shelter as soon as a warning is issued or when you see signs of a tornado. It’s helpful to know the difference between a tornado watch (conditions favorable) and a tornado warning (a tornado is confirmed or imminent) so you act promptly rather than waiting for confirmation. Because many people do delay, this statement reflects a real risk, making the answer true.