Severe Weather
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- Big Sandy Elementary Weather Summary
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- Lake View Elementary Weather Summary
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- Sipsey Valley High Weather Summary
- Tuscaloosa County High Weather Summary
FAQs
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Severe Weather Information Frequently Asked Questions (10 Questions)
1. Does TCSS get its weather information from television?
No. The School System has resources available beyond television.
2. How does the School System prepare for severe weather?
Central Office personnel monitor weather forecasts on an ongoing basis.
3. How do the schools prepare for severe weather?
Local schools have a Safe School Plan that includes severe weather responses.
4. How do the schools get severe weather information?
Emergency Alert Radio System and NOAA Radio, among other means, including two-way radio and desktop alert software.
5. How early does the School System get weather information?
Several days in advance of any weather system.
6. When severe weather is occurring, how do you get updates?
Communication with the Tuscaloosa County Emergency Management Agency, Storm Spotters, media, and other resources.
7. How do you communicate with the schools during severe weather?
Email, Telephone, Cell Phones, Text Messages, and system-wide Two-Way Radio network.
8. How do you communicate with the buses during severe weather?
Two-Way Radio
9. What agencies does the School System work with during Severe Weather?
Tuscaloosa EMA, Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office, local meteorologists, and other agencies.