FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

DATE:  March 15, 2021

CONTACT: Kelly McGuire, Public Information Officer

Phone 614-794-0908, Cell 614-206-1162

Ohio's Spring Severe Weather Awareness Week 

March 21 - 27, 2021

Statewide Tornado Drill Wednesday, March 24, 2021, at 9:50 a.m.

 Ohio’s Spring Severe Weather Awareness Week, March 21 – 27, 2021.  Residents are reminded to prepare for severe weather before it happens.  Hazardous conditions can occur anytime and anywhere without advance notice.

As part of Severe Weather Awareness Week, Liberty Township Fire Department urges the community to participate in the annual Statewide Tornado Drill on Wednesday, March 24, 2021, at 9:50 a.m. At that time, you may hear the Franklin County Outdoor Warning Sirens that will be activated one time for three minutes, a longer tone than used during the regular Wednesday noon test. The test tone is the same “tornado warning” tone that would be used in an actual tornado warning.  

Liberty Township Fire Department encourages residents to be prepared for all types of severe weather by following these important safety procedures:

Know the Risk – Learn and understand the different types of weather hazards facing Delaware County.  The top hazards can be found on the agency website at Delaware County EMA.

Know the Weather Terms – Know the difference between storm watches and storm warnings. For example, a tornado watch is issued by the National Weather Service when conditions are favorable for the development of tornadoes in and close to the area. A tornado warning is issued by the NWS when a tornado has been detected by radar or sighted by storm spotters.

Receive Notifications - Register for ALERT Delaware County at DelCo Alerts to receive severe weather alerts and important information.  Residents are encouraged to have a NOAA Weather Radio and tune into TV or radio newscasts for up-to-date weather information.

Have a Plan/Build a Kit - Develop and practice an emergency plan with your family and include your pets. Know how to communicate and have a designated safe meeting place.  Build an emergency supply kit.  Be sure to include enough food, water, and other supplies in sufficient quantity to last for at least 72 hours.  

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