Study: Helmets Helpful in Tornados

Written by Pat's Papers | Friday, 13 January 2012 8:41 AM


You should wear a helmet when riding a motorcycle, playing football…and when a tornado’s in town. Researchers in Alabama have found that wearing a helmet is a cheap way to prevent injuries during a twister. The Birmingham News says the scientists are calling on the CDC to add helmet-wearing advice to their tornado preparedness messages.

SOURCE: Birmingham News

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