Severe Weather Awareness Week (March 4-10, 2012)
March 4th through 10th is Severe Weather Awareness Week in North Carolina. The National Weather Service has created the following informational pages for your review.
Thunderstorms and Lightning
Thunderstorms and Lightning Safety Rules
FEMA: Thunderstorms and Lightning
Red Cross: Thunderstorm Page
Tornadoes
Tornadoes - Natures Most Violent Storms
FEMA: Tornadoes
Red Cross: Tornado Page
Frequently Asked Questions About Tornadoes
Flash Floods
Turn Around Don't Drown
FEMA: Floods
Red Cross: Flood Page
Earthquake Preparedness Information
Damaging earthquakes are a rarity in North Carolina, however there is the possibility that in Guilford County we would feel the effects of Earthquakes centered in Virginia or South Carolina. General preparedness measures are effective for preparing for an earthquake to include making a disaster supply kit and making plans for your business and your family. The items listed below are actions that you can take during an earthquake event to minimize impacts to your personal safety. A great training video can be found here.
Thunderstorms and Lightning
Thunderstorms and Lightning Safety Rules
FEMA: Thunderstorms and Lightning
Red Cross: Thunderstorm Page
Tornadoes
Tornadoes - Natures Most Violent Storms
FEMA: Tornadoes
Red Cross: Tornado Page
Frequently Asked Questions About Tornadoes
Flash Floods
Turn Around Don't Drown
FEMA: Floods
Red Cross: Flood Page
Earthquake Preparedness Information
Damaging earthquakes are a rarity in North Carolina, however there is the possibility that in Guilford County we would feel the effects of Earthquakes centered in Virginia or South Carolina. General preparedness measures are effective for preparing for an earthquake to include making a disaster supply kit and making plans for your business and your family. The items listed below are actions that you can take during an earthquake event to minimize impacts to your personal safety. A great training video can be found here.
