Severe Weather Awareness Week is March 1-7 (Monday - Sunday)

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The  Statewide Tornado Drill will be conducted WEDNESDAY March 3 at 10:07 AM EST (9:07 AM CST)

For the Tornado Drill, we will be using a TEST Tornado Warning VTEC code to activate the Emergency Alert System, except in the counties served by NWS Wilmington OH, per agreement with Cincinnati area broadcasters. The Test code will NOT activate the Wireless Emergency Alert, but some residents may receive alerts or push notifications through certain third party apps. 

Participation at the County or local level is encouraged, within prevailing KYEM and/or CDC guidelines. This is a great opportunity to review and practice your tornado safety plan, whether you are at home, school, or your workplace. 

If you have any questions or concerns about the Tornado Drill, don't hesitate to email me directly: ronald.steve@noaa.gov  For general concerns about Severe Weather Awareness Week, you can also reply to this email or call the office.  

Thank you! 

--Ron Steve
Acting Warning Coordination Meteorologist
NWS Louisville KY