Tennessee officials urge storm preparedness during Severe Weather Awareness Week

Memphis, Tenn. — The National Weather Service in Memphis, Tennessee, is encouraging residents to prepare for tornadoes as part of Tennessee Severe Weather Awareness Week.

Officials advise the public not to wait until a storm is imminent to develop a plan. Instead, they recommend beginning preparations if severe weather is forecasted.

The weather service posted a reminder on social media, urging residents to visit weather.gov/safety/tornado for safety tips and information. The message emphasizes proactive planning to stay safe during severe weather events.

Severe weather awareness week aims to educate Tennesseans on how to respond effectively to tornado threats and other extreme weather conditions.

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