Today at 1 pm (April 11, 2018), a statewide tornado drill will be conducted. Jackson County Sheriffs Department and others are taking part. Expect to hear tornado sirens.
An emergency notification system is available from Jackson County. Click here for more info.
Here is are some recommendations from Michigan State Police issued for Severe Weather Awareness Week, April 8 – 14.
Emergency management partners statewide are encouraging Michiganders to conduct a statewide tornado drill at 1:00 p.m. ET on Wednesday, April 11. All businesses, organizations, families and individuals are welcome to participate in the voluntary statewide preparedness activity. Nearly all state of Michigan facilities will be participating. While tornadoes can occur any time of the year, they are especially common during the late spring and early summer months. As one of nature’s most violent storms, they can devastate homes and property in just seconds. Average lead time for tornadoes is 10 to 15 minutes, which is why Michigan citizens are encouraged to prepare and plan before a tornado strikes.
Here are some tips to prepare your family for a tornado:
•Create an emergency preparedness kit for your home.
•Develop and implement a family communications plan with family members living in your home.
•Listen to your NOAA Weather Radio, commercial radio or television newscasts for the latest information.
•Be aware of the danger signs indicating a tornado.
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Recent storm damage along Jefferson Road.
