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Tornado siren to be tested Tuesday, March 19 for Severe Weather Preparedness Week
March 15, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT:
Sharon Hernandez
Communications Coordinator
W: 537.3883
M: 312.8499
communications@goshencity.com
Tornado siren to be tested Tuesday, March 19 for Severe Weather Preparedness Week
GOSHEN, Ind. (March 15, 2019) — The Goshen Fire Department will conduct an outdoor warning siren test Tuesday, March 19, at 10:15 a.m. as part of a statewide communication systems test during Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Indiana, which goes from March 17 to 23. The test will be postponed to Wednesday, March 20, if weather conditions warrant.
During an actual emergency: Residents and businesses should immediately respond to the outdoor warning sirens by taking cover, along with their pets, in designated storm-resistant locations, and continue to monitor sources for emergency information.
Now is the time for residents without a tornado shelter of their own to determine where they will go in case of a tornado warning. Residents who have an appropriate shelter are encouraged to be open to neighbors without shelter by allowing them to share theirs, if approached.
The City of Goshen tests outdoor warning sirens every Thursday at 2 p.m. to make sure they are functioning and make repairs if needed, so we are ready during an emergency.
The National Weather Service (NWS) coordinates Severe Weather Preparedness Week to educate the public about the hazards of severe thunderstorms and tornadoes, and to help everyone be prepared when severe weather occurs. Every day of the week will focus on a different topic. For a full list of recommended activities for the public, go to weather.gov/ind/SvrWxWeek2019.
Know the difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning:
For more information about Severe Weather Preparedness Week, go to weather.gov/ind/SvrWxWeek2019.
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NOTE: Feel free to use the photo above for your story. This was taken Thursday, March 14, 2019 on the corner of West Washington and South Third streets.
Sharon Hernandez
Communications Coordinator
W: 574-537-3883
M: 574-312-8499
communications@goshencity.com
www.goshenindiana.org
www.facebook.com/CityofGoshen
CONTACT:
Sharon Hernandez
Communications Coordinator
W: 537.3883
M: 312.8499
communications@goshencity.com
Tornado siren to be tested Tuesday, March 19 for Severe Weather Preparedness Week
GOSHEN, Ind. (March 15, 2019) — The Goshen Fire Department will conduct an outdoor warning siren test Tuesday, March 19, at 10:15 a.m. as part of a statewide communication systems test during Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Indiana, which goes from March 17 to 23. The test will be postponed to Wednesday, March 20, if weather conditions warrant.
During an actual emergency: Residents and businesses should immediately respond to the outdoor warning sirens by taking cover, along with their pets, in designated storm-resistant locations, and continue to monitor sources for emergency information.
Now is the time for residents without a tornado shelter of their own to determine where they will go in case of a tornado warning. Residents who have an appropriate shelter are encouraged to be open to neighbors without shelter by allowing them to share theirs, if approached.
The City of Goshen tests outdoor warning sirens every Thursday at 2 p.m. to make sure they are functioning and make repairs if needed, so we are ready during an emergency.
The National Weather Service (NWS) coordinates Severe Weather Preparedness Week to educate the public about the hazards of severe thunderstorms and tornadoes, and to help everyone be prepared when severe weather occurs. Every day of the week will focus on a different topic. For a full list of recommended activities for the public, go to weather.gov/ind/SvrWxWeek2019.
Know the difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning:
- A watch signals that a tornado is possible in the area. During a watch, you should discuss emergency plans and check supplies and your safe room.
- A warning means you need to take action. A tornado has been sighted or indicated by the weather radar. Move to your safe room.
- The NWS issues official warnings when dangerous, damaging weather is imminent and activated National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration All-Hazards radio and the Emergency Alert System, sounding alarms on radios, media stations and pre-set electronic devices. The NWS also receives damage reports from spotters and relays reports to the media.
- Local officials activate outdoor warning sirens and deploy responders to damage areas.
- The Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) activates the Emergency Operations Center and coordinates with local officials. The IDHS also deploys personnel or resources to damage areas upon local requests.
- The American Red Cross may deploy to the IDHS Emergency Operations Center and may deploy staff to damage areas.
- The media broadcasts NWS warnings through crawl TV messages, texts and social media. TV meteorologists enhance details on locations threatened. Journalists report live from damage areas or broadcast calls from spotters.
For more information about Severe Weather Preparedness Week, go to weather.gov/ind/SvrWxWeek2019.
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NOTE: Feel free to use the photo above for your story. This was taken Thursday, March 14, 2019 on the corner of West Washington and South Third streets.
Sharon Hernandez
Communications Coordinator
W: 574-537-3883
M: 574-312-8499
communications@goshencity.com
www.goshenindiana.org
www.facebook.com/CityofGoshen
Contact:
Sharon Hernandez, Communications Coordinator
communications@goshencity.com, (574) 537-3883
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