Disasters can happen anytime, in any part of the country. They can include hazardous conditions produced by thunderstorms, including damaging winds, tornadoes, large hail, flooding and flash flooding, winter storms associated with freezing rain, sleet, snow and strong winds, and hazardous materials incidents. The Morrisville Fire/Rescue Department offers these tips to help prepare and respond to these emergencies.

Links

Ready Wake!

This is the best way to be alerted to emergencies in our community. Wake County Emergency Management has developed this website to guide you in preparing for possible disasters. A key feature is the ReadyWake Alerts, which offers voice or text communications about potential safety hazards and concerns as well as what action (if any) you should take. Sign up for this free service now!

Ready.gov

An official website by the U.S. Government to assist in preparing for nearly any emergency situation.

Weather.gov

The National Weather Service provides weather alert services through official and partner sources.

WRAL.com

Local television broadcaster WRAL-TV offers a weather app and personal warning phone calls from their weather center.

FEMA.gov

The Federal Emergency Management Agency offers a free app that helps locate emergency shelters and disaster recovery centers, shares real-time notifications with loved ones, and assists registering for disaster assistance should you require financial help after an event.