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PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR FAMILY: SEVERE WEATHER PREPAREDNESS
Brandon J. Wonder, Public Affairs Coordinator
Office: 304-724-8914
Mobile: 304-268-0808
March 9, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PRESS RELEASE
Stay Safe and be Prepared
Protect Yourself and Your Family: Severe Weather Preparedness
Kearneysville, WV – March 9, 2026 — As warmer weather arrives, The Jefferson County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management is reminding residents to stay alert and prepared for severe weather conditions expected this week. Forecasts indicate a risk of strong storms, with damaging winds as the primary threat.
How to Stay Prepared:
Stay Informed: Monitor local weather forecasts and warnings through multiple sources, including NOAA Weather Radio, local news, and official social media channels.
- Create an Emergency Plan: Ensure your family knows where to take shelter during storms and how to communicate if separated.
- Prepare an Emergency Kit: Include essentials such as water, non-perishable food, flashlights, batteries, first aid supplies, and important documents.
- Secure property: Bring in outdoor furniture, secure loose items, and check that your home’s drainage systems are clear.
Residents are encouraged to sign up for emergency alerts through Everbridge to receive timely notifications about severe weather.
For more information visit Weather.gov | Severe Thunderstorm Safety
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