Columbia County issued the following announcement on Feb. 3.
Columbia County EMA Encourages Residents to Prepare During Severe Weather Preparedness Week Feb. 7 – 11
Floods, thunderstorms, tornadoes and other severe weather events can occur suddenly in any area. That is why Columbia County EMA, in partnership with the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency and the National Weather Service, encourages all residents to participate in Severe Weather Preparedness Week, February 7 –11. Participation helps us to learn and know how to prepare for the possibility of inclement weather.
“Now is a great time to participate in the Severe Weather Preparedness Week. This way, we can start planning ahead of time for weather emergencies,” said Shawn Granato, Columbia County EMA Director. “This weeklong event ensures you and your family will learn what steps need to be taken to ensure your safety.”
The following days will focus on a different threat and methods of preparation. Listed below are the topics for each day.
Monday, Feb. 7 – Family Preparedness/NOAA Weather Radio Day
Tuesday, Feb. 8 – Thunderstorm Safety
Wednesday, Feb. 9 – Tornado Safety and PrepareAthon!
Thursday, Feb. 10 – Lightning Safety
Friday, Feb. 11 – Flood Safety
On Wednesday, February 9, tornado safety is emphasized. Residents, schools and businesses statewide are encouraged to participate in Ready Georgia’s PrepareAthon! for Tornado Safety, a statewide tornado drill.
To learn more about each day's topic. please visit Columbia County Public Safety and Emergency Response's Facebook page.
For more resources on how you can prepare your home, school or business for severe weather emergencies and other disasters, visit gema.georgia.gov/plan-prepare/ready-georgia.
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