Reasons to buy a NOAA Weather Radio

First off, if you don’t have a weather radio in your home or business yet, now is the time to get one! They’re inexpensive and easy to use—just tune in to one of our local stations during severe weather events (the National Weather Service sends out an alert when a warning has been issued). Weather Radios are available in most shops, but it's worth checking in with your local emergency management agency to make sure yours works and that you have batteries for it. 

If you live in an area where severe storms are common, or even if you just want to be prepared for the possibility of inclement weather, check out the NWS's list of things to do before severe weather strikes. They include:
1. Make a family emergency plan
2. Get a NOAA Weather Radio
3. Learn how to build an emergency kit