Thunderstorms, Tornadoes, and Flood Safety

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This week is Flood Safety and Severe Weather Awareness Week in West Virginia! As part of the campaign, all West Virginians are encouraged to activate and practice their severe weather emergency plans during the Statewide Tornado Drill set to take place at 11 am, Tuesday March 16. Click here for Frequently Asked Questions about the Statewide Tornado Drill.

Severe weather awareness and preparedness involves three steps:

1 - BE INFORMED

What's my risk?

How do I get weather alerts?

2 - PLAN AHEAD

How do I develop a Disaster Plan?

What do I include in an Emergency Kit?

3 - TAKE ACTION

What should I do in a flood?

What should I do in a tornado?

How do I stay safe in a thunderstorm?

Also, consider becoming a Weather Spotter! Multiple live, virtual classes will be held this week from the NWS offices that serve the state. Register for the class that fits your schedule best!

Date	Time	Type	NWS Office	Registration Link
Monday, March 15	6:30 pm	Basic	Blacksburg, VA	https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5071742987442068237
Tuesday, March 16	6:30 pm	Basic & Advanced	Charleston, WV	https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1333282506305510413
Wednesday, March 17	6:30 pm	Basic	Pittsburgh, PA	https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6124954180087632651
Saturday, March 20	10:00 am	Basic & Advanced	Charleston, WV	https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/639249876132454669

We also offer the option of viewing a recorded webinar and taking an online quiz to become a weather spotter whenever is most convenient for you. Find out more at www.weather.gov/rnk/skywarn.