Storm Spotter Training in Effingham
A Storm Spotter Training Class will be held on Tuesday, March 10, from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. This will be in the Effingham County Emergency Ops Center, located at 311 West Miracle Avenue in Effingham.
Each Spring, the National Weather Service hosts in-person and virtual spotter talks. The training covers severe weather hazards including thunderstorms and tornadoes, safety concerns, planning for and anticipating severe thunderstorms, general storm structure and movement, and identification of important storm features. There are also interactive portions.
The session lasts about 2 hours, and is free and open to the public.
The class is appropriate for all ages. Ages 10 and up will likely get the most out of the training.
Pre-registration is NOT required. Just sign-in on the attendance sheet when you arrive.
You may attend a class offered by any NWS office, regardless of where you live.