Fact: No, it won't. If a tornado approaches an underpass, its intense winds will still hurl debris beneath the structure. Laying down in a ditch or culvert will provide more protection from flying debris, according to emergency response specialists.
Tornado checklist: What to do – and what myths to ignore
Here are six items severe-weather experts advise putting on your tornado-emergency checklist – along with four tornado-response myths to ignore.
Myth: If you're caught outside when a tornado approaches, head for a highway underpass. It will shelter you.
