Severe Weather Preparedness

The Pevely Police Department urges you to prepare for severe weather by reviewing Family Emergency Plans and severe weather preparedness information, developing a home disaster supplies kit, and creating a Family Emergency Communications Plan.

Here are some tips to help your family prepare for the storm season:

• Advance planning and quick response are the keys to surviving a tornado or severe weather.

• Designate an area in the home as a shelter, and practice having everyone in the family go there in response to a tornado threat.

• Make sure to have:

  • Flashlight and extra batteries
  • Portable, battery-operated radio and extra batteries
  • First Aid Kit and manual
  • Emergency food and water
  • Non-electric can opener
  • Essential medicines
  • Cash and credit cards
  • Sturdy shoes, clothing

If you plan ahead and know what to do it can save your life and the lives of your family during severe weather or a tornado.