The week of 26-30 April is being observed as Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Southern New England. During this week, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is collaborating with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to provide information to the public about the hazards of severe weather and steps people can take to ensure they’re prepared.
Every year, thousands of people are impacted by severe weather threats such as tornadoes and severe thunderstorms. In 2012, there were more than 450 weather-related fatalities and nearly 2,600 injuries.
The goals of National Severe Weather Preparedness Week are to:
- inform the public about the severe weather hazards in their locality;
- provide information that can be used to prepare individuals and communities for severe weather events; and
- motivate individuals and communities to take actions that will prepare them in the event of a severe weather disaster and to share their preparedness steps with others.
For additional information related to National Severe Weather Preparedness Week, please visit:
National Weather Service: Severe Weather Preparedness Week: April 26th – 30th, 2021
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