City of Seminole Emergency Manager Ernie Willis advises area citizens to be “weather aware” Thursday as severe weather moves across the state. Heavy rain and hail are possible, although at this time tornadic activity is not expected.

Willis also reminds everyone that the tornado sirens the City and County maintain are an outdoor warning system and may possibly not be heard indoors, so it is important that you pay close attention to other sources of information including television and weather radio whenever severe weather strikes.

Willis strongly encourages everyone to sign up for the free Seminole Tornado Warnings service by texting “join seminole” to 30890. This will get you on the mass notification warning list that the City issues as a heads-up to be listening for local data and stay informed of any approaching twisters. He suggests everyone have a weather radio just for these occasions.

All residents should have a predetermined tornado plan of action figured out in advance so they know exactly what they are going to do should a tornado ever approaches. This will prevent making bad decisions under stress if caught off guard by an approaching twister.