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<\/p>\nPublished on March 02, 2026<\/p>\n
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By the Office of Communication<\/p>\n
Find out what you can do before severe weather strikes. Preparation is key to staying safe and minimizing impacts.<\/p>\n
\nBe Weather-Ready:\u00a0Check the forecast regularly to see if you’re at risk for severe weather. Listen to local news or a\u00a0NOAA Weather Radio<\/a>\u00a0to stay informed about severe thunderstorm watches and warnings. Check the\u00a0Weather-Ready Nation<\/a>\u00a0for tips.
\nSign Up for Notifications:\u00a0Know how your community sends warning. Some communities, including Arlington, have an Outdoor Warning Siren System<\/a>. Others depend on media and smart phones to alert residents to severe storms.\u00a0
\nCreate a Communications Plan:\u00a0Have a family plan that includes an emergency meeting place and related information. Pick a safe room in your home such as a basement, storm cellar or an interior room on the lowest floor with no windows. Get more ideas for a plan at:\u00a0https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/make-a-plan<\/a>
\nPractice Your Plan:\u00a0Conduct a family severe thunderstorm drill regularly so everyone knows what to do if a damaging wind or large hail is approaching. Make sure all members of your family know to go there when severe thunderstorm warnings are issued. Don’t forget pets if time allows.
\nPrepare Your Home :\u00a0Keep trees and branches trimmed near your house. If you have time before severe weather hits, secure loose objects, close windows and doors, and move any valuable objects inside or under a sturdy structure.
\nHelp Your Neighbor: Encourage your loved ones to prepare for severe thunderstorms. Take CPR training so you can help if someone is hurt during severe weather.
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