Severe weather is a frequent and unwelcome visitor to Iowa. With spring right around the corner, now is an ideal time to increase our awareness of, and preparedness for, severe weather.
For each day during Severe Weather Awareness Week a different subject will be highlighted:
- Monday – Severe thunderstorms
- Tuesday – Weather warnings
- Wednesday – Tornadoes
- Thursday – Family preparedness
- Friday – Flash floods
The annual statewide tornado drill will take place on Wed., March 24, beginning at 11 a.m. during the weekly NOAA Weather Radio test (please note the time change from past years).
For those who wish to participate, keep in mind COVID-19 safety guidelines, including:
- Staying at least 6 feet from other people outside of your household in your shelter location, if possible
- Wearing a mask
- Washing your hands often, covering coughs and sneezes
- Avoiding touching high-touch surfaces, such as handrails, as much as possible
These guidelines also apply if you must go to a public shelter or stay with family or friends during, or following, severe weather or other emergencies.
Severe Weather Awareness Week is a good time to review your family’s emergency plan and to check the contents of your emergency kit. Be sure to include in your emergency kit items you may need if you must shelter outside of your home, including masks, hand sanitizer, and disinfectant wipes.
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