Preparedness and Education

The National Weather Service issues forecasts and warnings to help save lives. 
However, in order for these to be effective, people must know what to do for protection 
from these hazards. It is important to have a plan of action BEFORE the event strikes, 
so you will be well prepared when the time comes.

Weather Safety 

Links to NOAA's website about weather safety:

National Weather Service Brochures

If you travel to other parts of the country, you may run into unfamiliar weather situations 
(e.g. hurricanes, rip currents, etc.). NWS's national headquarters has preparedness 
brochures for all types of weather. You can find them at the following link:

NWS Brochures, Posters & Booklets

Many of these are in PDF format; you may need to obtain a PDF reader plug-in for your browser.

For Kids

Owlie Skywarn
Reference

  • NOAA's National Weather Service
  • Central Illinois Weather Forecast Office
  • 1362 State Route 10
  • Lincoln, IL 62656
  • 217-732-3089 (8:30 am to 4 pm weekdays)
  • Page Author: ILX Webmaster
  • Web Master's E-mail: w-ilx.webmaster@noaa.gov
  • Page last modified: August 10th 2008 4:19 PM
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