This week is Severe Weather Awareness Week, a week highlighted each year as a reminder to prepare and stay informed about the unpredictable forces of nature. Today focuses on flood safety.

Warren County Emergency Management Coordinator Miranda Chadwick tells KNIA News if there is a danger of a flood near your residence you should:

-Fill bathtubs, sinks and jugs with clean water in case water becomes contaminated
-Bring outdoor belongings, such as patio furniture, indoors
-Move valuable household possessions to the upper floors or to safe ground if time permits
-If you are instructed to do so by the local authorities, turn off all utilities at the main switch and close the main gas valve
-Be prepared to evacuate

To listen to all interviews played during the statewide tornado drill heard live on KNIA earlier this week, click below.

https://www.kniakrls.com/2025/03/26/20250severe-weather-awareness-week-interviews/