Prioritize Immediate Alerts, Family Drills for Storm Safety
Emergency officials urging residents to secure immediate notification systems and practice family safety drills during this Severe Weather Awareness Week. Overton County Assistant EMA Director Eric Stephens said that relying solely on smartphone apps or social media can result in critical time gaps during a storm. He noted that Wi-Fi signals or third-party alert systems […]
Severe Weather Week This Week: Preparation, Communication
Severe Weather Awareness Week offers residents the chance to stock up on a few necessary supplies and think about how to prepare during the leadup to a severe weather event. This week marks the annul communication event in Tennessee. White County Emergency Manager Matt McBride said he and other local directors met with officials from […]
Severe Weather Awareness Week Calls For Planning Ahead
This week is Severe Weather Awareness Week and serves as a reminder to be prepared for the beginning of storm season. Jackson County EMS PIO Derek Woolbright said the anniversary of Cookeville’s March tornado falling on this week makes it even more relevant. “Not only because it is at the forefront of our minds right […]
