Listen to local weather forecasts to prepare for extreme heat. NEVER leave children or pets alone in hot vehicles! Cars can heat up 20 degrees in just 10 minutes!
Make sure you drink LOTS of water to stay hydrated and prevent dehydration, heat stroke & more. #BeatTheHeat and have emergency supplies in place at home, at work, and in the car.
Leon the Lightning Lion reminds us all about the basics of lightning safety. Click on the image above for a downloadable coloring book!
Working with the Federal Communication Commission’s (FCC) Emergency Alert System, NWR is an “All Hazards” radio network. Known as the “Voice of NOAA’s National Weather Service,” NWR is provided as a public service by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), part of the Department of Commerce.
It broadcasts official Weather Service warnings, watches, forecasts and other hazard information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, directly from the nearest National Weather Service office.
While we don’t usually think of cold temperatures as a disaster, it certainly requires some planning ahead to stay safe when the mercury drops. Recently, Kansas State University climatologist Mary Knapp spoke with Jeff Wichman, host of “Sound Living,” about preparing for winter travel. Keeping aware of the weather forecast and assembling a winter kit and keeping it in your vehicle are two tips. For more winter travel tips, listen to the interview.
Access archived “Sound Living” weekly radio programs featuring K-State Research and Extension specialists discussing a wide range of family and consumer sciences topics, including child development, health and nutrition, personal finances, and personal relationships are available.
