Storm and tornado readiness on the metro's western edge

Like the rest of central and eastern Missouri, Warren County sits in storm and tornado country. New residents keep moving in along Interstate 70, and many have not yet learned how local warnings work. The county’s emergency management office helps people get ready for storms and responds when they hit. The state agency, called Missouri SEMA (the State Emergency Management Agency), explains the basics: how warnings work, where to shelter, and how to make a family plan. If you are new here, learn how local alerts are sent out. Pick a safe place to shelter at home and at work. Check your insurance for wind and hail coverage before storm season, not during it. To be sure about local alerts and plans, confirm the details with the Warren County emergency management office.