More than a thousand tornadoes form in any given year across North America. The strong winds and powerful rains of tornadoes can decimate affected areas in a matter of minutes, reducing buildings to rubble, uprooting trees and causing widespread flooding. It is important to know what to do should a tornado strike. Unfortunately, myths abound in regard to tornadoes. To set the record straight, here are eight tornado myths debunked thanks to The National Weather Service, Norfolk & Dedham Mutual Fire Insurance Company, Geico, and Missouri Storm Aware.