Please be advised: A tornado watch for the Summit area is in effect through 2PM today, Friday, August 9, with rain, thunderstorms, and wind gusts as high as 38 mph expected throughout today and tonight. Stay weather aware today and always use caution if driving in inclement weather.
Click here to view information on the difference between a tornado watch and warning.
The latest briefing from the National Weather Service is available here.
View forecast updates at www.weather.gov.
Additional safety information:
www.ready.gov/thunderstorms-lightning
www.ready.gov/tornadoes
Generator Safety Tips
- Never use a generator inside a home, garage, crawl space, or other enclosed areas. Fatal carbon monoxide fumes can build up that neither a fan nor open doors/windows can properly ventilate.
- Professionally installed stationary home generators produce carbon monoxide and can cause carbon monoxide to enter the home. Ensure openings near a generator are sealed shut.
- Always use a generator outdoors in a location away from open windows, vents, or doors.
- Always have a working carbon monoxide detector in your home. Check to ensure it is in proper working order, especially when running a generator.
- Use extension cords that are grounded and rated for generator use. Coiled cords can get extremely hot; always uncoil cords and lay flat in open locations.
- Never plug a generator directly into a home outlet. If connecting a generator into a home electrical system, have a qualified electrician install a power transfer switch.
Additional generator safety tips available here.
Downed Wire Safety Information
In the event of additional power outages and downed wires, please keep this following safety information in mind:
Never go near a downed power line, even if you think it's no longer carrying electricity. Call 911 immediately if you see a downed power line. Assume all downed lines are energized and dangerous. Downed power lines can energize the ground and nearby objects. Stay at least 30 feet away from any downed or low-hanging power line and any other object that could be energized. (Note: Please only call 911 if you actually see a downed wire. Do not assume a wire is down if your power is out.) Report power outages here.