A Purdue expert says the tornado that hit Oklahoma this week may be especially frightening for children because of the destruction to schools and the number of children who died.
Purdue Professor Emeritus of Child Development Judith Myers-Walls says kids are limited in their ability to understand causality and probability, so it's likely their fears will be raised by news stories.
She says having a storm action plan in place can help alleviate stress.
Myers-Walls says parents should designate a safe zone in the house where children should go during a tornado warning.
She says to help younger children not be so fearful, have a special activity that is just for the safe area, such as a board game.