Severe Weather Sirens Information

Published by: Admin Department
Date Posted: 6/22/2010

Severe Weather Sirens Information

Outdoor warning sirens are used to alert residents of danger from approaching severe weather, hazardous materials incidents or other emergencies where wide spread notification is required. The new warning sirens transmit numerous audible warning sounds and have the capability to broadcast voice instructions. Sirens are battery powered and will work even if a power failure occurs in the area. If the national weather service, a severe weather spotter, a citizen, or other reliable sources, see or report a tornado or severe weather they call 911, or any of our fire stations and the sirens will be activated. Cen-Com, Round Lake Fire Station #1 and the Fire Chief all can activate the sirens.

There are two main types of sirens used to alert citizens of severe weather:

LONG STEADY SIREN lasting 3 to 5 minutes indicates conditions are correct for a tornado and that severe weather is approaching the Round Lake area. Residents should prepare to take cover.

OSCILLATING (UP and DOWN) SIREN lasting 3 to 5 minutes indicates that a tornado has been spotted. TAKE COVER IMMEDIATELY. The best place to take cover is in a basement, or small interior room under a heavy table, or a low ditch or ravine if caught outside.

Sirens are tested on the first Tuesday of every month at 10:00 A.M.