Kentucky’s annual tornado drill is Wednesday, March 4. Here’s what to know.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Severe weather season is just around the corner, which means it’s time for Kentucky’s annual statewide tornado drill.
The drill will be conducted Wednesday, March 4 around 10 a.m. as part of Severe Weather Awareness Week.
No severe weather is expected during the drill, so the National Weather Service (NWS) plans to move forward with the annual test.
During the drill, NWS will issue a test tornado message that will activate weather alert radios.
The alert will also activate the Emergency Alert System (EAS), which means it will broadcast on television and radio stations as well.
In Jefferson County, Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg said outdoor warning sirens will sound, and Metro Emergency Services will send a simultaneous emergency notification through LENSAlert, the LouReady app, and IPAWS (Wireless Emergency Alert) system.
“Severe weather can impact all aspects of our community and preparation is one of the most effective tools we have to keep people safe,” Greenberg explained.
The NWS advised everyone to practice their tornado safety plan during the drill.
In the event of a real tornado warning, you should take shelter immediately by going to the lowest part of your home, like a basement.
If you don’t have a basement, you should shelter in the most interior room of your home away from exterior walls, doors and windows.
