MILWAUKEE - Wisconsin Emergency Management and its partners at the National Weather Service is encouraging every to take part in statewide tornado drills this week.
The drills were originally scheduled for Thursday, April 20. But because of the threat for severe weather on that day, the drills have be rescheduled for Friday, April 21 at 1:45 p.m. and 6:45 p.m.
The annual drills will take place during Tornado and Severe Weather Awareness Week, which is April 17-21.
State officials say during the drill times, Wisconsin’s National Weather Service offices will conduct NOAA Weather Radio tests that can be heard only if you are actively listening to those devices or have one programmed to activate on test alerts. Many communities may choose to test their outdoor warning sirens during the drill times and local media may also put out messages to encourage people to participate.
Schools, businesses, and homes are encouraged to practice going to their nearest tornado shelter during the drills, as if there were an actual tornado warning in effect. Ideal shelter locations include a basement or ground floor interior room or hallway, located away from windows and exterior doors.
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For more tips on tornado safety, you are invited to visit ReadyWisconsin.
If you are unable to participate at those times, ReadyWisconsin encourages everyone to pick another time on the date of the drill to practice your plan.