If you're close to the edge then you can use the Storm to your benefit by keeping it just behind you, as it's unlikely that enemies will be emerging from it to attack you by surprise, just don't leave yourself too far to travel when it starts contracting or you may end up getting trapped inside it.
The Storm can be just as deadly to you as other players if you lose track of it, so make sure you're keeping an eye on where the next circle will form. The Storm moves in slowly to begin with, but as each stage passes it speeds up and the gap between phases shortens, so watch the timer and plan your next steps to keep up. If you're close to the edge then you can use the Storm to your benefit by keeping it just behind you, as it's unlikely that enemies will be emerging from it to attack you by surprise, just don't leave yourself too far to travel when it starts contracting or you may end up getting trapped inside it.