Tornado Drills, Tried and True Method

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Midlands schools join others statewide for Severe Weather Awareness Week to be reminded of and prepare for severe storms, tornadoes and flash floods, which are significant hazards in South Carolina. Severe Weather Awareness Week for 2012 will be observed March 4 – 10 in South Carolina. Tuesday morning, local and state emergency officials, broadcasters and schools, including some 700 students at Northeast Columbia’s Killian Elementary, took part in a statewide tornado drill. The South Carolina Emergency Management Division and the National Weather Service are promoting awareness of procedures that help keep you safe during tornadoes. A highlight of the week was the annual statewide tornado drill. The purpose of the drill is to test communication systems, safety procedures, mitigation processes, etc. For further information on Severe Weather Awareness Week, contact your county emergency management agency, the State Emergency Management Division or your nearest National Weather Service office.