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In a press release from Steve Lamb, Director of Marion County EMA, the MCEMA encourages preparedness during Severe Weather Awareness Week. Know Your Risk, Stay Informed, Stay Safe! Prepare for Severe Weather Threats
Severe Weather Awareness Week is a reminder to all Tennesseans to act now to be better prepared before the next disaster. Tennessee’s Severe Weather Awareness Week will take place February 16 – 22.
Marion County EMA encourages residents to increase awareness and prepare for severe weather threats during Tennessee’s Severe Weather Awareness Week. Each day will highlight a severe weather topic and provide important safety and preparedness information. More information is available at the NWS Website weather.gov/mrx/
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Daily Topics include:
Sunday, Feb. 16: Preparing Before the Storm
Monday, Feb. 17: Flooding/Flash Flooding
Tuesday, Feb. 18: Lightning
Wednesday, Feb. 19: Tornadoes
Thursday, Feb. 20: Severe Thunderstorms
Friday, Feb. 21: Tools to Receive Forecasts and Alerts
Saturday, Feb. 22: Severe Weather & Local Impacts
A highlight of the week will be the statewide tornado drill at 9:30 a.m. CST / 10:30 a.m. EST on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. The drill will also include a statewide test of NOAA weather radios. Schools, businesses, and local communities are encouraged to participate.
Please note: The drill date is subject to change based on weather forecasts and conditions.
Please remember “Preparation is the key to safety”.
