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Staying Informed: Tips for Receiving Weather Alerts | SERVPRO of Barron, Dunn & Rusk Counties
3/1/2024 (Permalink)
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Can you believe it is already time to start thinking about and looking forward to spring weather? After the weird winter we had, many of us may be excited to focus on the more predictable rain and thunderstorms that accompany the spring season.
However, spring weather also includes severe storms from time to time, and the farther we get into the season, the higher the risk that we will experience tornado watches and warnings. Being prepared for this weather starts with being informed! Our team explains some easy ways to stay informed ahead of any severe weather below.
Screens make up a huge part of our lives nowadays, so it should be no surprise that the vast majority of us get our weather alerts through our phones and the TV. Wireless Emergency Alerts is a national system that is already programmed into your phone so alerts can be automatically issued in the event of an emergency. Just be sure your notifications are turned on. You can also download weather apps that forecast regular weather patterns as well as developing storms.
If you go the app route, just be sure that the app you are choosing is reliable and reputable. There are many different weather apps out there, and not all of them should be trusted. Stick with only nationally recognized organizations or trusted local sources.
Trusted local sources would include local news stations that report weather systems as they approach our community! Tune into your favorite station when a weather watch is issued so you can keep an eye on how it is tracking across the area. This real-time forecast can also ensure you seek shelter immediately as needed.
We all take our phones, TVs and constant communication for granted, so it can be really scary if we lose power in the middle of a storm. If you don’t have a reliable way of staying connected even without electricity, you might be putting yourself into a really vulnerable or dangerous position.
We recommend having at least one other way of receiving alerts that does not completely rely on electricity in order to work. Start by identifying your nearest weather siren and determine if you can easily hear it from your property.
You should also have some sort of weather radio on hand at any time. Hand-crank or solar-powered options allow you to stay connected no matter your situation. Plus, they are portable! You can take your radio with you into your sheltering location or with you around your property after the first wave of a storm comes through.
Planning ahead and making sure your alert systems are ready to go will only benefit you during a true weather emergency. If your home or property suffers from serious damage, call SERVPRO® right away for immediate recovery assistance.
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