Are You Prepared for Severe Weather in Madison?
When the sky turns green and the clouds come rolling in, do you know what to do? Spring is severe weather season in the Midwest and being prepared for storms, tornadoes, and flooding is critical to keeping you, your loved ones, and your belongings safe. To get the scoop on how to stay informed and stay safe , we caught up with Andrew Beckett, Dane County Emergency Management’s emergency communications and outreach manager.
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