The National Weather Service and Georgia Emergency Management Agency in conjunction with several other state and local partners will recognize next week (February 6-10, 2017) as Severe Weather Preparedness Week.
Severe weather is no stranger to Georgia as many state residents recently experienced a significant outbreak during January 21-22, 2017, where a record-breaking 41 tornadoes affected much of central and southern Georgia. Severe Weather Preparedness Week is an excellent opportunity to learn more about the dangers of severe weather, as well as knowing how and when to take proper actions when severe weather is expected and hits. Please take the time now, to review your home/school/businesses preparedness plans as each day is dedicated to a different topic that addresses severe weather preparedness.
Make sure to check out the NWS website and the City’s Facebook page throughout the week for more information on several topics, including:
- Monday, February 6: Family Preparedness
- Tuesday, February 7: Thunderstorm Safety
- Wednesday, February 8: Tornado Safety
- Thursday, February 9: Lightning Safety
- Friday, February 10: Flash Flooding/Flood Safety
You can also check out the 2016-2017 edition of the City’s Emergency Services Guidebook for more information on how to prepare for Decatur specific threats.
