March Hot Topic: Severe Weather Preparedness

March 04, 2024

The National Weather Service recognizes March 4-8, 2024, as Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Illinois. This is a great time to review personal weather safety plans for home, work, school, on the road, and elsewhere.

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March is also recognized by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) as Severe Weather Preparedness Month. 

While Mother Nature can summon all types of severe weather, Illinois is most at risk for tornados.

Three key things to remember for preparedness:

  • Get a kit; Be prepared with food, water and basic supplies for 72 hours, for EACH member of your family.
  • Make a plan; How will you communicate, where to meet persons you may be separated from, knowing where to go to stay safe no matter where you are, etc.
  • Be informed; Know WHERE and HOW to receive notifications, weather alerts/warnings and additional information.




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