It Starts with You: Building Code Advocacy after the 2013 Moore Tornado

This video features a discussion with Dr. Marc Levitan from NIST and Sheri Bittle, a former teacher at Briarwood Elementary School, reflecting on the impact of the 2013 Moore tornado and the importance of advocating for stronger building codes. The conversation highlights lessons learned from the tornado, the role of building codes in protecting communities, and the need for public engagement in code adoption. It emphasizes the connection between building science, community safety, and resilience to tornado hazards.