Governor Mike Braun has officially declared this week as Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Indiana, urging Hoosiers to prioritize readiness as the spring storm season approaches.
This year's preparedness campaign emphasizes the importance of life-of weather alerts. State officials highlight that alerts provide critical, time-sensitive information that helps residents know when severe weather is nearing and what actions to take. Whether it's a thunderstorm, tornado, or flooding threat, early warnings give important extra time to seek safety.
As part of the week's activities, a statewide live tornado warning test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) is scheduled for Tuesday, March 10, between 10:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
Indiana broadcasters across the state will participate in the drill. The test is a key exercise to ensure local stations and emergency equipment are properly configured and ready to deliver life-saving information when severe weather occurs.
Emergency management officials note that the active participation of broadcasters helps keep Indiana’s emergency communications system strong and reliable, making sure Hoosiers receive timely warnings when it matters most.
Residents are encouraged to review their severe weather safety plans, check their weather radios, and learn more about the importance of weather alerts by visiting the state's preparedness website at on.in.gov/swpw this week.swpw.
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