With the change of season comes the changes of weather safety. Read up on this Springs best weather safety tips to make sure you're prepared!

• Flood insurance takes 30 days to take effect. Don’t wait until it’s too late. Purchase and review your plan now to protect your family for the future! www.ready.gov/financial-preparedness
• Heavy rain to areas that have been experiencing drought can cause flash flooding. Learn how to prepare: www.ready.gov/plan 
• Tornadoes can be extremely dangerous. Safe places include storm shelters and basements — but if not available, an interior room without windows can also be protective. If you receive a tornado warning, take shelter immediately! www.ready.gov/tornadoes
• What does being Ready look like? When it comes to tornadoes, it means knowing your ‘safe place’ and practicing going there well before severe weather arrives. www.ready.gov/tornadoes
• Severe weather can knock out power. Be prepared by gathering supplies for each household member.
• Avoid carbon monoxide poisoning. Only use generators and grills outdoors and away from windows. Never heat your home with a gas stovetop or oven.
• Backup power can keep you connected during an emergency. Have alternative power sources on hand to power your devices in case of a power outage.
• Anywhere it rains, it can flood. Learn your risk level for floods by entering your address at https://msc.fema.gov/portal/search 
• Severe weather can happen at night. Be weather aware. Sign up for emergency alerts to receive life-saving information from your state and local municipality. www.ready.gov/alerts
• Be weather aware, before, during and after severe weather. Sign up for emergency alerts to receive life-saving information from your state and local municipality. www.ready.gov/alerts