Tornado drill warning takes place this week

SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb. (KNEP) - (MEDIA RELEASE) Nebraska Severe Weather Awareness Week is March 27th through 31st, 2023. The week is designed to remind us that severe weather season is beginning, and we all need to take steps to be ready, by making a safety plan and reviewing proper safety precautions for protecting their lives. After the recent flooding in Eastern Nebraska, preparedness is on the minds of many.

A statewide tornado drill is scheduled as part of the week on March 29th. A Mock Tornado Warning will be issued at approximately 9:00 a.m. Mountain Time. All alert systems will be tested. This is the time that most schools, healthcare facilities and businesses test their tornado procedures. It is recommended that families also practice their family shelter plan at this time as well. The outdoor warning sirens for most communities in the Region will be tested at this time as well, unless the temperature at that time is below 32 degrees.

It is also a great time to make sure families are signed up for Panhandle Alert. This free notification system can keep people safe by notifying them not only of severe weather, but other hazards in the Panhandle, such as chemical spills, major accidents and fires. Registering only takes a few minutes. If people are already registered, it is a great time to log in and make sure their information is still up to date. The website is http://panhandlealert.org

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For more information call Region 22 Emergency Management at (308) 436-6689.

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