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Catawba County EM retweeted
Part of being #WinterReady is being prepared for ice storms. Here are some tips to keep in mind:
• Make sure your emergency kit is stocked.
• Charge your devices.
• Avoid unnecessary travel, especially in areas where there are icy roads and falling trees/power-lines.
#WinterWx
Catawba County EM retweeted
Heads up Catawba County! This is coming our way with 60 mph wind gusts that could down trees and damage power lines. Let’s be careful out there! #severethunderstormwarning #nws #ncwz #catcowx – at North Carolina, USA
Catawba County EM retweeted
Another hour or two of the heavy rain for the Catawba Valley as the line of heavy rain slowly moves to the north. #ncwx #wncwx #TurnAroundDontDrown
Catawba County EM retweeted
We're starting to see some social media traffic about the potential for wintry weather...over a WEEK away (we're talking December 9-11ish!). Never hurts to be prepared, but please remember to use trusted sources for your weather information (we only forecast out to 7 days).
Catawba County EM retweeted
This morning at 7AM, CFD Engine 4 with Engineer Chris Hicks and FF Darrell Hamby deployed to the Trenton area of Jones County, NC to assist local agencies as a Tanker asset due to a failing water system following Hurricane Florence. #FlorenceNC
Catawba County EM retweeted
Yesterday our own Claremont Rescue team deployed to Boone along with Newton to help with the landslide that crushed a home there. Watch the video... wbtv.com/Clip/14387395/two-p…
Catawba County EM retweeted
PLEASE SHARE NOW: Mandatory evacuations are underway in McDowell County after numerous mudslides shut down I-40: on.wcnc.com/2LGA8X6
Catawba County EM retweeted
We are asking our staff and students to drive safe this morning. We will not be recording tardies this morning for students. Please take your time and arrive when you can. ift.tt/2FBxOx2
Catawba County EM retweeted
Based on the rapid deterioration of the weather, Catawba County Schools will be canceling school today, Monday, March 12, 2018. It will be an optional teacher workday for staff. ift.tt/2FBxOx2
Catawba County EM retweeted
Are you getting phone alerts when hazardous weather strikes? It could be a WEA, designed to keep you informed during the worst storms. 📱🌊💨🌪️
Catawba County EM retweeted
When weather is calm, take time to prepare and update your emergency supply kit. ready.gov/kit
Catawba County EM retweeted
MHPC participating in a Mass Casualty/Fatality Incident Family Assistance Center exercise w/ regional partners conducted by NC Public Health
Catawba County EM retweeted
Engine 3 is currently staging at Lumberton FD HQ and has responded to more than 11 calls: facebook.com/ConoverFire/pos…
Catawba County EM retweeted
Heading to #MatthewNC safe shelter? Be sure to bring these things with you: comfort/hygiene items, meds, O2 equipment, personal documents
Catawba County EM retweeted
Heading to #MatthewNC safe shelter? Be sure to bring these things with you: comfort/hygiene items, meds, O2 equipment, personal documents
Catawba County EM retweeted
To learn about shelters and evacuations in your area, please call 2-1-1 or download the #ReadyNC app bit.ly/2dDTqNa
Catawba County EM retweeted
Stay in the know about outages in your area with alerts sent to your phone by texting REG to 57801. #Matthew
Catawba County EM retweeted
As schools in Catawba County start back today, Remember to #Brake4Buses to keep our kids safe!
Catawba County EM retweeted
ANNOUNCEMENT: Procession, viewing & funeral arrangements released for FF Joshua Warren. #ELFD384 #ALEXIS2070 #RFB
