Mercer County EMA Director Chad Wilrath shares information for the public during Severe Weather Awareness Week:

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1. Severe Weather Awareness Week

   The speaker emphasizes the importance of preparing for severe weather by setting up plans and using apps for notifications. They recommend the Nixle app from the Mercer County Sheriff's Office website for specific conditions.

2. State Outdoor Siren Test

   A statewide test of outdoor warning sirens will occur on Wednesday at 9:50 AM. All tornado sirens will be activated as part of the test.

3. Weather Spotters Class

   A weather spotters class will be held on April 1st from 6 PM to 8 PM at Wright State Lake Campus, sponsored by Mercer, Auglaize, and Shelby County. The class is free and requires no registration.

Next Arrangements

• State outdoor siren test on Wednesday at 9:50 AM.

• Weather spotters class on April 1st from 6 PM to 8 PM at Wright State Lake Campus.