That prompted the National Weather Service to amplify the message and grow the safe place selfie trend on a nationwide scale. I’m really excited for tomorrow [Wednesday].”Hilderbrand said the Weather Service has been partnering with the media and emergency management officials to raise awareness before the worst part of severe weather season. When you’re at the gym, school or work … know your safe place,” Hilderbrand said. Knowing your safe place is predicated on understanding the hazards that could affect you. “Especially for the elderly and the vulnerable, give them a call, and ask them ‘do you know where your safe place is?’ ” Hilderbrand said.

Source: Washington Post April 06, 2021 19:02 UTC