ReadyWisconsin

Severe weather is possible today for parts of our state.⛈️
High winds, hail and flash flooding are possible.

☑️ Have multiple ways to receive weather alerts
☑️ Know where your safe place during high winds
☑️ Do not drive or walk through flooded areas

Preparedness Month is just days away!

During the entire month of September, take time to plan and prepare for disasters to lessen their impacts.

Learn more:https://ow.ly/kvWL50T8RBZ

It's another HOT day today.�

� Don't wait to hydrate and drink more water than usual
� Stay cool in an air-conditioned building. If you don't have AC, head to a public building with air conditioning, such as a library
� Check on your neighbors

There's potential for some severe storms tonight and tomorrow morning.

☑️ Stay updated on the forecast
☑️ Have multiple ways to receive alerts, especially while sleeping overnight
☑️ Know where to go to be safe

🚨 NEVER leave people or pets inside a car on hot days!🚨

Leaving them inside for even a few minutes could be deadly.

✅ Always check the backseat
✅ Make sure vehicles are locked, and keys are out of reach to prevent kids from getting in the car without you knowing
✅ Leave your pets at home while running errands

Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Both can be dangerous.

👉 Heat exhaustion: dizziness, thirst, heavy sweating, nausea, and weakness. Act fast by moving to a cooler area and sipping cool water.

👉 Heat stroke: confusion, dizzines, and possible unconscious. Call 9-1-1 immediately!

As temperatures climb and you're outdoors, protect yourself from heat and sun!

☀️ Drink plenty of water
☀️ Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothes
☀️ Apply sunscreen every 2 hours

Don’t wait until heat arrives over the weekend to begin protecting yourself and loved ones.☀️

✅ Know where to go to keep cool
✅ Make a list of friends and family to check on

The pumpkin spice latte is a seasonal favorite🎃☕, but emergency preparedness is a year-round must-have!💪

☑️ Have a stock of emergency supplies
☑️ Create a family communication plan
☑️ Know which disasters affect your area

It's back to school season, and safety begins at the bus stop.

🚌 Kids should wait until the bus comes to a complete stop before approaching it.
🚗For drivers, SLOW DOWN. Watch for children walking in the street, especially if there are no sidewalks.

Create an emergency supply kit with all the essentials you need before disaster strikes.

Learn what to put in your kit at readywisconsin.wi.gov.

Before you head out on the water, there are some important things you should know to stay safe.🛶

Remember to:
✔️Always wear a life jacket
✔️Be aware of water conditions and currents
✔️Be weather aware before going out on the water

Some grilling safety tips for this weekend:
🌭 Only use grills outside & 10 feet away from anything it can burn
🐶 Don't let children & pets near the grill
👍 Clean it often to remove grease or fat build-up

With storms arriving this afternoon, be aware of lightning dangers.⚡

Remember: When thunder roars, go indoors (See a flash, dash inside).

Keep these campfire safety tips in mind:

❌ DO NOT build a campfire if the campground, area or event rules prohibit them
✅ Keep your fire to a manageable size
✅ Make sure children and pets are supervised near the fire
✅ Never leave your campfire unattended
✅ Have a source of water, a bucket and shovel nearby at all times

Get more campfire safety tips at https://ow.ly/kbbz50SZnU5

Showers and storms are expected today, with stronger storms possible towards the Wisconsin/Illinois border.⛈️

Heavy rain, hail, gusty winds, and isolated tornadoes are possible.

Remember to:
☑️ Stay updated on the weather forecast
☑️ Have more than one way to receive warning information
☑️ Know where your safe spot is located

With storms in the forecast, be prepared by having more than one way to receive warnings.📱📺📻

Using mobile devices, local news media, mobile apps, warning sirens, and weather radios lets you know when you need to seek shelter.

Don't forget to add safety to your back-to-school planning.🏫

☑️ Create an emergency communications plan
☑️Review safety information shared by your school,

Learn more: https://wem.wi.gov/back-to-school-safety/

Choose a place to live at college with safety in mind!🏚️

It's important to never sign a lease for college housing until you've seen where you will live.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/EI1A50SVOyn

Don’t forget your pets when coming up with an emergency plan.

🐾 Have an evacuation plan for your pet
🐾 Have backup pet care if you are unable to take care of them
🐾 Have your pet microchipped

Going camping this weekend?

Keep these tips in mind for campfire safety:
🔥 Make sure you have a source of water, a bucket and shovel nearby at all times
🔥 Always keep the fire small and under control
🔥 Never leave your campfire unattended

Make a plan today. 📝
Your family may not be together if a disaster strikes.

📱 Know how you’ll contact one another and reconnect if separated
🏫 Establish a family meeting place that’s familiar and easy to find
🗺️ Practice your plan

Overloading power strips could lead to fires.🔥

☑️ Always plug major appliances directly into a wall outlet
☑️ Replace worn, old or damaged extension cords and power strips right away.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/7Twh50STPkH

Doing grocery shopping this week?
Think about buying an item or two to stock your emergency supply kit.

🔋 Flashlight, chargers & back up batteries
📻 Hand crank radio
💊 First Aid Kit
🥫 Non-perishable food

Keep safety in mind if you are doing storm damage cleanup today.

Check out these safety tips from Wisconsin Department of Health Services👇

🥾 Wear sturdy shoes, long pants, long sleeves, and gloves.
👀 Watch out for nails and broken glass.
⚡ Stay away from downed power lines or anything near them.

Storms are possible for parts of the state this afternoon and evening with strong winds, hail, and heavy rainfall.⛈️

☑️ Stay updated on the forecast
☑️ Have multiple ways to receive weather warnings
☑️ When there is flooding, remember: Turn around, don't drown

The internet is an amazing tool, but be careful who you share your information with.

✔️ Use strong passwords
✔️ Think before posting, be aware of the information you share
✔️ Don't click on suspicious links and ads
✔️ Use antivirus software to protect your devices

Be safe and careful while boating. ⛵

✔️ Check the forecast
✔️Make sure everyone wears a life jacket
✔️Never drink alcohol and go boating

It's important to have an emergency supply kit containing what you need in an easy and accessible location.💼

Don't forget to have one at home and inside your vehicle!🏠🚗

Heads up for this afternoon 👇👇👇

**Post Expired**

Conditions this afternoon are favorable for the development of short-lived funnel clouds across portions of southeast Minnesota and southwest into central Wisconsin. These funnel clouds rarely reach the ground and generally last for only a few minutes. Stay weather aware this afternoon and seek shelter indoors if a funnel approaches the ground near your location.