The idea came from the belief that opening windows would “equalize pressure” between the inside and outside of a house, preventing the roof or walls from exploding outward due to the tornado’s low-pressure core.
: If a tornado is strong enough to cause a significant pressure drop, it will likely blast the windows open or break them with debris anyway. What You Should Do Instead should you open a window during a tornado
Open windows allow heavy rain and mud to enter your home, leading to significant interior water damage even if the tornado does not make a direct hit. The "Exploding House" Myth The idea came from the belief that opening