The National Weather Service in Memphis, Tennessee, encourages residents to discuss tornado safety plans with friends and neighbors. Effective communication can help ensure everyone knows what to do during severe weather.
Officials advise talking through emergency procedures and sharing resources to better prepare communities for tornado threats. This approach aims to improve safety and response times during storms.
The message is part of a broader push to increase awareness ahead of the tornado season. Community cooperation is seen as a key factor in reducing injuries and fatalities during severe weather events.
For more information, residents are encouraged to follow updates from local weather authorities and emergency management agencies.
Jon Ross Myers is the executive editor and publisher of the Mississippi News Network, Mississippi's largest digital only media company. He can be reached at editor@tippahnews.com
