According to the Lawrence County Emergency Management Agency, the arrival of spring, particularly the month of April, marks a peak period for severe weather in the region. To prepare for the potential storms, the agency is offering a Skywarn Storm Spotter Training session on Tuesday, April 1st, starting at 6:00 PM. This informative event will take place at the Lawrence County Emergency Operations Center, situated at 25 Public Square.
The training session, which will last for two hours, will be led by experienced personnel from the EMA, along with Barry Roberts, a veteran Skywarn spotter from Lawrence County. Participants will gain valuable insights into recognizing and reporting severe weather phenomena, as well as engaging in discussions about local weather events and the proper procedures for reporting them. This training opportunity is open to the public, and those who are already serving as storm spotters are strongly encouraged to attend to refresh their skills and knowledge.