Posts Tagged ‘weather’
Summer heat — Stay safe and happy!
Summertime is a time to relax, have fun, and get things done. However, it’s important to remember that this season can also bring conditions that can be dangerous if we don’t keep safety in mind. Here are some articles we recommend reading to remind you of the dangers and to tell you what you can…
Read MorePower outage aftermath: Is your food safe?
Hooray! The power is back to West Bloomfield after southeast Michigan’s big 24-hour outage due to the crazy winds! Related story: 860,000 without power across Michigan as high winds sweep state Heading to this website to read the latest posts was probably not the first thing on your agenda. So just tuck this important information…
Read MoreOakland County Winter Activities Map
Outdoor Warning Siren Testing 2016
Please be advised that Oakland County Homeland Security Division will be testing the outdoor warning siren system on the following dates in 2016: Oakland County Homeland Security will be testing the Outdoor Warning Siren system in 2016 on the first Saturday of each month at 1:00 PM, with the following exceptions: April 2 (Saturday); cancelled due…
Read MoreInfo on power outages & downed wires
Power outages and downed wires are often the result of severe weather events. Knowing what to do in advance is the best way to protect yourself and your property. Power outages To report an outage, get outage updates, estimated time of repair Web: www.dteenergy.com/outage – also to sign up for email storm alerts, safety tips…
Read MoreOutdoor Warning Siren Testing 2015
Please be advised that Oakland County Homeland Security Division will be testing the outdoor warning siren system on the following dates in 2015: March 7, Saturday, 1:00 PM – First Saturday of the month April 4, Saturday, Cancelled – Due to SWAW test week April 15, Wednesday, 1:00 PM – Special test in recognition of…
Read MoreGoogle Public Alerts
Simply search Google for “weather 48322” Google Public Alerts – for our area, Zip Code 48322 Weather info – watches, warnings, advisories – Thunderstorms, tornadoes, etc. Shows how likely, how soon, how severe Time frames, areas impacted Alert region map Recommended actions Larger map – What to do during a thunderstorm or lightning – www.ready.gov…
Read MoreFlood safety: Prepare & protect your home & family
Floods – at best, a nuisance. At worst, disastrous and life threatening! Stay safe around flood waters and minimize potential flood damage. Keep your family safe by learning how to protect your home and possessions, develop a family emergency plan, and take the necessary steps after a flood to keep your family safe and healthy.…
Read MoreFloodwater safety precautions
Pontiac, Mich., Aug. 12, 2014 – In response to widespread flooding, Oakland County Health Department urges citizens to follow these safety precautions from the Oakland County Health Division to help minimize possibilities of illness, serious injury, or drowning: Stay out of flooded areas – It is important that everyone stay out of flooded areas due…
Read MoreSevere Weather Awareness Week 2014
The week of April 6 through April 12, 2014 has been declared Severe Weather Awareness Week in Michigan. Most severe storms in our area occur between April and August. The Farmington Hills/Farmington Emergency Preparedness Commission (EPC) recommends that every resident prepare for severe weather by following these tips: Prepare an emergency kit and make a…
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