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Safe Rooms for Texas Storms

Date: Wednesday, June 12th, 2013

Source:  NOAA.gov

Most people know that properly designed and constructed, tornado safe rooms can provide the ultimate life safety refuge when severe winds from thunderstorms, hurricanes and tornadoes strike. However, many people may not know that safe rooms can serve dual purposes and prove useful in a number of other ordinary ways throughout the year when the weather is just fine.

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Are you ready for Texas-sized Thunderstorms and Hail?

Date: Wednesday, May 1st, 2013

Thunderstorms produce lightning, high winds, and rain. Many strong thunderstorms produce hail and some produce tornadoes. NOAA Weather Radio is the prime alerting and critical information delivery system for thunderstorms. The following sites provide information on severe thunderstorm preparedness.

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Hailstorms are the Costliest Peril in Texas

Date: Wednesday, December 19th, 2012

Source:  Texas Department of Insurance

Despite the great publicity often generated by hurricanes, hail storms are the most damaging weather events that Texans face annually.

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Summer’s Here, So Are More Thunderstorms

Date: Tuesday, July 5th, 2011

Source:  FEMA

View tips on how to stay safe if a thunderstorm rolls into your area.

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Ready America Safety Tips for Thunderstorms & Lightning


Hail Basics and Information

Date: Thursday, April 2nd, 2009

Source:  NOAA – National Severe Storms Laboratory

Are you ready for Spring thunderstorms and hail?

View this educational website that answers frequently asked questions about Hail.

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Central Texas Hail Damage

Date: Wednesday, April 1st, 2009

Source:  Texas Department of Insurance

Consumers who suffered damage to their homes or vehicles in the recent severe weather across Central Texas should contact their insurance company or agent to file a claim as soon as possible. Initiating this process is the first step toward getting money to begin making repairs.

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Severe Weather Awareness Week

Date: Thursday, January 29th, 2009

Source:  Governor’s Division of Emergency Management

When it comes to severe weather events, the key to successful response – and survival – is preparedness. Every year, the National Weather Service, the Governor’s Division of Emergency Management, local officials and emergency managers throughout Texas work together to recognize Severe Weather Awareness Week.

Severe Weather Awareness Week in Texas has been set for Feb. 22 – 28, 2009.

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