Top sources for severe weather safety
In the event of severe weather, seek out the most relevant information. When severe weather hits, you want access to the best resources as quickly as possible.
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Real time information
Keep you and your family safe during a severe storm with up-to-date information.
The FEMA mobile app features:
- National Weather Service alerts for up to five locations
- Safety reminders and tips, emergency checklists
- Locate open shelters
- Disaster reporter — share and find information on damage
Download apps for Apple and Android
Severe storm preparation
Conditions change fast during severe weather events.
Ready.gov has detailed information on how to prep for every weather event
Get information on:
- How to determine your risk
- Create an emergency plan
- Coping with power outages
Evacuation tips:
All evacuation orders should be taken seriously, as they're put in place for your safety.
Check out the CDC's tips for evacuating.
Fast takeaways:
- Take the essentials
- Don't protect your property if it means risking your health and safety
- Follow recommended emergency routes
Emergency kit tips:
Prepare an emergency survival kit with some tips from the American Red Cross.
Hurricane safety tips:
- How to prepare your home
- What to do in the hours before a hurricane arrives
- Post hurricane tips
Flooding safety tips:
- Safety tips
- What to during a watch or warning
- Post flooding safety
Tornado safety tips:
- What to do before, during and after
- Tornado facts
- Tornado terms defined
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