KNOW YOUR RISK

TAKE ACTION

BE A FORCE OF NATURE

SEVERE WEATHER

• Thunderstorms can produce tornadoes, strong wind, large hail and lightning
• Practice a sever weather plan for home and work
• Make a communications plan so you can contact loved ones.

Tornadoes

• Winds from tornadoes can exceed 200mph
• Flying debris is most dangerous
• Seek a sturdy shelter in an interior room away from windows on the lowest floor and cover your head

Thunderstorms

• Severe thunderstorms produce strong wind and/or large hail
• Take shelter in a sturdy structure away from windows
• A vehicle is also a safe location
• Strong wind gust from thunderstorms can create dust storms
• Dust storms can reduce visibility and make travel difficult

Lightning

• Thunderstorms produce lightning
• Lightning kills an average of 30 people every year
• Take shelter inside a sturdy structure
• A vehicle is also a safe location

Hurricanes

• Tropical storms and hurricanes can produce deadly flooding
• Storm surge is ocean water that is brought inland and floods areas along the coast
• Heavy rain can cause flooding hundreds of miles inland
• Prepare your home by protecting it from flying debris
• Board up windows with plywood or approved shutters
• Bring in loose items from outside such as lawn furniture
• Secure your boat if you have one
• Hurricanes can strengthen quickly
• Listen to local authorities and follow evacuation orders
• Drive carefully and contact your loved ones once your reached your safe location

Flooding

• Flooding is often caused by heavy rain in the summer
• More than half of all flood fatalities are vehicle-related
• Never drive through flood waters

Heavy Rain

• Heavy rain on saturated soil can lead to flooding
• More than half of all flood fatalities are vehicle-related
• Obey road signs and never drive through flood waters

Extreme Heat

• Heat and humidity take a toll on the body
• Know the signs of heat illness
• Reschedule outdoor work and strenuous activities until the coolest time of the day
• Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water
• Sunburn and heat illness can be avoided
• Apply and reapply sunscreen to protect your skin from sunburn
• Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water

Rip Currents

• Millions of people will travel to the beach this summer
• Learn about rip currents before heading to the beach
• Plan for your trip by checking the forecast at weather