AVFRD : Virginia Severe Weather Awareness Week – March 7th – March 11th

Press release from the Ashburn Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department:

Samantha

March 8th, 2022

The VDEM is partnering with the National Weather Service to promote Severe Weather Awareness Week. The week is designed to refresh, remind, and educate everyone about the seasonal threats from severe weather and how to avoid them. It’s also a great time to make and practice your emergency plan!

Each day during the week, a different topic will be covered and shared on social media. The information shared with be preparedness tips and ways to stay safe during severe weather.  Below are links to various websites to that will help keep you safe!

Monday – Tornado Watch vs. Warning

• National Weather Service
• Tornado Preparedness
• Tornado Safety

Tuesday – Tornado Warning

• National Weather Service

Wednesday – Severe Thunderstorms

• National Weather Service
• Thunderstorms
• Severe Thunderstorms Safety

Thursday – Flash Flooding

• National Weather Service
• Flooding Preparedness
• Flood Safety Tips and Resources

Friday – Lightning

• National Weather Service
• Lightning Safety Tips and Resources

This press release was produced by the Ashburn Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department. The views expressed here are the author’s own.