Severe Weather Awareness Week is next week, April 11th, 3011 to April 15th, 2011 , see http://www.severeweather.state.mn.us/ for details.
On Thursday April 14, 2011 simulated tornado watches and warnings will be issued to test the statewide warning and communications systems. There will be an afternoon Tornado Drill at and an evening drill at Schools, businesses and other facilities are encouraged to conduct a tornado drill at this time to practice their tornado sheltering plans.
Sassy, Princess Nor and The fan lady all stated their families and homes practice severe weather/ fire drills monthly.
Star gazer told us the difference between a warning and a watch. A watch means that conditions are good for a storm whereas a warning means severe weather has been detected and we should seek shelter. When the siren sounds everyone is encouraged to seek shelter in the basement away from windows. Ms. Pac-man stated that her family has a severe weather bag filled with a radio, water, blankets and flashlights along with snack bars. This is a great idea that every one should think about starting at home. Did you know that approximately two thirds of average annual precipitation falls during the warm months of May through September? So, with all the crazy weather changes we have in Minnesota
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