STORM READY: Outdoor warning sirens remain crucial despite rise of smartphones and apps, experts say

Tornado sirens remain crucial despite tech advances, says Andy Goddard of Goddard Enterprises, emphasizing their role in catching public attention.

Ohio statewide tornado drill: Sirens to sound March 18

At 9:50 a.m. on Wednesday, March 18, local communities will participate in a statewide tornado drill and test their emergency and sheltering plans. Ohio counties use time to sound and test their ...

Tornado sirens went off Tuesday, March 10, but it wasn't storming. Here's why

Indiana has scheduled a test of its statewide emergency alert system for tornadoes on Tuesday, March 10. Here's what to ...
The Southern Illinoisan

Herrin adopts first formal tornado siren policy

As severe weather season approaches, Herrin officials say the city has adopted its first formal written policy governing the use and testing of outdoor warning sirens.

Tornado watch issued for Houston area as severe storms move across Southeast Texas

A tornado watch is in effect for Houston and much of Southeast Texas until 6 p.m. Wednesday as storms capable of wind damage, ...

Michiana communities report issues with tornado sirens after statewide test

The siren tests were part of a statewide tornado siren test scheduled as part of Severe Weather Preparedness Week. The Baugo ...

Sirens to sound across Ohio for tornado drill test on March 18

Tornado sirens across the state will be activated next week as part of a yearly drill. The drill coincides with Severe Weather Awareness Week (March 15-21). At 9:50 a.m. on Wednesday, March 18, ...

Franklin County cancels tornado siren test due to forecasted severe weather

The Franklin County Emergency Management Agency has canceled the weekly tornado siren test for March 11 due to the potential for severe weather.
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TORNADO SIRENS: Okmulgee County gets new sirens after 2024 storms

MORRIS, Okla. — After two tornadoes hit Morris in 2024, Okmulgee County is moving forward with plans to install new outdoor warning sirens to better protect residents before the next severe storm ...
The Indianapolis Star

NWS says a tornado touched down in Bloomington. How strong was it?

UPDATE:NWS said an EF-1 tornado touched down on the west side of Bloomington on Thursday. EARLIER: Damaging winds reaching up to 70 mph roared through southern and central Indiana early Thursday ...
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Paragould holds public hearing on completed tornado siren project

PARAGOULD, Ark. (KAIT) - Residents shared their thoughts on a tornado siren project in Paragould during a public hearing Monday, Feb. 23. The city replaced four sirens that died last year, leaving ...
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Tornado testing to commence Tuesday morning in Mercer County

If you’re a Mercer County resident or traveling through the county this morning, you may hear some loud noises, but don’t worry, it’s just a test. The county sheriff’s office said that the Village of ...