The Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) and the National Weather Service (NWS) are urging residents to be aware of the most common spring weather hazards and how to prepare for and protect against them during Maryland Severe Storms Awareness Week, April 8-14. Maryland residents and visitors are also invited to practice what to do in the event of a tornado as part of the Great Maryland Twister Test at 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 10. “Let’s unite as a community to embrace preparedness and resilience in the face of spring’s unpredictable weather,” urged MDEM Secretary Russ Strickland. “By staying informed, having a plan, and practicing safety measures, we empower ourselves to mitigate the impact of storms and protect our loved ones. Together, let’s be MdReady and weather any challenge that comes our way.” Marylanders are also encouraged to install the MdReady WebApp, which gives instant access to a wide array of emergency notifications and preparedness information to residents and visitors. To install the new WebApp, users can visit MdReady.maryland.gov and follow the prompt to easily add the MdReady shortcut to a mobile device home screen or to sign up for text alerts in English or Spanish (coming later in April, users will be able […]
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