Post Date:03/20/2024 9:52 AMThe City of Findlay will not be testing the outdoor warning/disaster sirens today, March 20, 2024 at 9:50 AM. We have some scheduled maintenance and repairs of our equipment that is preventing us to participate in the Statewide testing today during Severe Weather Awareness Week from Ohio Governor Mike DeWine's announcement on March 16, 2024 (see below).
We will be conducting our own Citywide testing of this outdoor warning equipment in the near future; which will be communicated to the community in a timely manner.
Thank you,
James H. Mathias
Chief of Police
Findlay Police Department
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announcement for designed March 17-23, 2024, as Severe Weather Awareness Week and is encouraging all Ohioans to prepare themselves for spring and summer weather hazards, including thunder, lightning, tornadoes, and floods.
Severe Weather Awareness Week is held annually each March.
"As evidenced by last week’s horrific tornadoes, it is so important that all Ohioans know what to do before, during, and after extreme weather events," said Governor DeWine. "While it’s important to be prepared all year long, Severe Weather Awareness Week is an ideal time to review and practice emergency plans to be prepared and stay safe.”
At 9:50 a.m. on Wednesday, March 20, all Ohioans can participate in a statewide tornado drill and test their emergency and sheltering plans. Ohio counties may use this time to sound and test their outdoor warning sirens and mass notification systems. Businesses, schools, and households are also encouraged to practice their tornado drills and emergency plans.
“The statewide drill offers time to establish a safe shelter location before severe weather strikes,” said Ohio Emergency Management Agency Executive Director Sima Merick. “We know sheltering can save lives and encourage all Ohioans to make or review an existing emergency plan and be prepared.”
Planning is the first step in preparedness.
