[LEARC] ESDA release

[Tony Coniglio]

RE: Storm Spotter Training for McDonough County




MACOMB — Severe weather season is just around the corner, and the McDonough County Emergency Services and Disaster Agency, (ESDA) will sponsor a tornado and severe thunderstorm spotter training class which is free and open to the public.

This session will be held on Tuesday, March 27, at 6:30 p.m., at the Macomb American Legion Post located at 221 West Washington Street.

Warning Coordination Meteorologists from the National Weather Service office in Davenport, Iowa, will conduct the session. This will be a two hour session. ESDA will also be giving away three weather radios absolutely free. Just register your name. They will be given away at the session.

Anyone interested in severe weather including emergency personnel, ham radio operators and the general public is encouraged to attend this program.

To become a storm spotter, a person must attend at least one session every two years. You do not have to be interested in becoming a spotter to attend, however, more storm spotting volunteers are always welcome. By attending a training class like this, anyone will be better prepared to face severe weather both at home or on the road. This type of information can help anyone prepare their family for severe weather.

For more information on preparation of a family disaster plan or on becoming a severe weather spotter, Contact McDonough County ESDA at 309-837-2686 or Tony Coniglio at 309-333-0304 or Dan Kreps at 309-333-1042.



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