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Summer Weather Safety

2024

 

Heat, Beach Hazards, Severe Thunderstorms,

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  • VideosUnderstanding Severe Weather Hazards:TORNADO - tornadoes are violently rotating columns of air that can destroy buildings and cause significant injury or death. ACTION: Take shelter immediately in a sturdy structure.LARGE HAIL - hail can damage vehicles, crops, buildings, and cause injuries. ACTION: Move indoors away from windows.STRONG WIND - strong wind can knock over trees and damage buildings. ACTION: Move indoors away from windows.HEAVY RAIN - Heavy rain can cause flash flooding. ACTION: Avoid rising creeks and water-covered roads.LIGHTNING - Lightning strikes can cause significant injury or death. ACTION: Move indoors if you hear thunder.
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