Siren Warning Tests in the U.S

Siren Warning Tests in the U.S

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9180584_m featureThe Indiana Division of Homeland Security will conduct siren tests as part of a statewide tornado drill.

Two tests will be initiated by the National Weather Service as part of Severe Weather Preparedness Week. The purpose of the tests is to allow each county to test warning sirens in a simulated emergency and to provide the opportunity for businesses and schools to test their preparedness.

According to the JournalGazette.net the first test is scheduled for 10:15 a.m., and the second test will start at 7:35 p.m. The tests will be canceled if there is severe weather.

iHLS – Israel Homeland Security

The weather service says Indiana averages 21 tornadoes a year and had a record 72 tornadoes in 2012. The weather service says tornadoes can occur at any time, but are most likely from April to June.

In Israel siren tests are very common but they are related to the possible rocket or missiles attack.