After several trial runs, Clarendon public school students had their first unannounced tornado drill Tuesday morning, taking advantage of improved shelter facilities.
In less than seven minutes, 350 students from Pre-Kindergarten through junior high as well as teachers and other school personnel were safely ensconced in an area under the school cafeteria and library known by alumni as “the bomb shelter.”
Meanwhile, 125 high school students and other personnel got to safety in the high school basement in about three minutes.
Clarendon ISD Superintendent Monty Hysinger said the shelter provides ample room for students to get situated by class and for teachers to take roll.
During a pre-announced drill last Friday, students all got to shelter in about five minutes, indicating that the school can take cover very quickly with just a little notice.
In the event of severe weather in which a tornado watch has been issued, Hysinger said teachers would be made aware of the situation and be ready to take action immediately.
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