Etowah County Emergency Management Agency️ 1 day ago

Are you prepared for the next winter weather event? The Etowah County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is proud to host Winter Weather Hazards: Science and Preparedness on: 📅 November 5, 2026 ⏰ 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM This awareness-level course is presented by the National Disaster Preparedness Training Center (NDPTC) at the University of Hawaiʻi and is designed to provide participants with a better understanding of winter weather hazards and effective preparedness strategies. Participants will gain knowledge and practical skills in: 🌨️ Winter weather science and hazards 🌦️ Weather forecasting and prediction ⚠️ Winter weather watches, warnings, and advisories 📢 Weather information and warning best practices 🛡️ Preparedness and response strategies 🏠 Best practices for reducing the impacts of winter weather Whether you work in emergency management, public safety, healthcare, government, education, or serve your community in another capacity, this training is an excellent opportunity to strengthen your winter weather preparedness and response capabilities. 📲 REGISTRATION IS OPEN! To register, click the link below or use the registration information provided on the attached flyer. https://ndptc.hawaii.edu/training/delivery/4423/ For questions or additional information, contact Etowah County EMA at 256-549-5351. Don’t wait for the next winter storm to prepare—get trained, get informed, and be ready!