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Due to recent weather, the monthly test of the outdoor warning sirens scheduled for today will be postponed one week. The next test is scheduled for Wednesday, March 12th , at 11am. We encourage everyone to find time to review and practice your severe weather preparedness plan.

Did you know: Tornadoes pack some of the fastest winds on Earth and are deadly to anyone caught in their path. Kansas averages 95 tornadoes per year but has seen up to 187, with the peak tornado season running from April to June. Know where to go to shelter from a tornado.

Safety Tip: If hail or high winds are in the forecast, move indoors and stay away from windows. Protect your vehicle by parking it in a garage or under a covered structure. If caught outside, seek sturdy shelter immediately. #JoCoPrepared #SWPW2025

⚡ Stay Low & Stay Safe! ⚡ If caught outside with no shelter: 🚫 Avoid open fields, hilltops & tall objects ✅ Crouch low with feet close together 🚫 Never shelter under a tree or near water #JoCoPrepared #SWPW2025

Monthly test of the outdoor warning siren system conducted today (3/12) at 11 a.m. While the monthly test is usually conducted on the first Wednesday of the month, this month's test was postponed to the second Wednesday (today) due to inclement weather last week.

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of Kansas and Missouri until 7 PM CDT

The US National Weather Service Kansas City Missouri has issued a SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING for Johnson County until 3:30 pm. We could see up to 70 mph winds and nickel size hail.

Severe weather is expected late tonight through Wed. morning. The main threat will be for damaging winds and large hail although an isolated tornado cannot be ruled out. Be sure to have a way to receive weather alerts as most of the severe weather will occur during the overnight!

🚨 OUTDOOR WARNING SIREN TEST POSTPONED🚨 Due to recent weather, the monthly test of the outdoor warning sirens scheduled for today will be postponed one week. The next test is scheduled for Wednesday, April 9th, at 11am.

Scattered storms are forecast to develop late this afternoon and this evening, mainly north of the KC metro. These storms will likely be severe, with damaging winds, hail, and tornadoes possible. More strong/severe storms are possible overnight across the rest of the area.

Due to weather, the monthly test of the outdoor warning sirens scheduled for today will be postponed one week. The next test is scheduled for Wednesday, May 14, at 11am.

We will be conducting the monthly test of the outdoor warning siren system today at 11 a.m. The monthly test is usually conducted on the first Wednesday of the month, however this month's test was postponed to the second Wednesday (today) due to inclement weather last week.

🌪️ Severe Weather Preparedness Tips 🚨 Stay Weather Aware! Monitor local forecasts and sign up for emergency alerts such as Notify Joco. Don’t rely on just one source—use NOAA Weather Radio, local news, and official EM updates.

🧰 Severe Weather Kit Essentials Tip Are you ready? Your emergency kit should include: ✅ Flashlight & batteries ✅ Non-perishable food & water ✅ First aid kit & meds ✅ Phone charger ✅ Weather radio Prepare for at least 72 hours!

📍 Know Where to Go Have a safe place ready BEFORE the storm. 🏠 Lowest level, interior room, away from windows. 📍 If you're in a mobile home or outdoors—have a plan to get to a safer location fast!

📢 Siren Reminder ⚠️ Outdoor warning sirens are meant to be heard when outdoors Make sure you have multiple ways to receive alerts inside, including WEA, NOAA radio, notifyjoco or a trusted weather app.

Tornado Watch means conditions are favorable for tornadoes to develop. Now is the time to: ✅ Have a Plan 🧰 Build a Kit 📲 Stay Informed Don’t wait for a warning to act. Take steps now to stay safe!

The National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Johnson County until 2:30pm CDT. Hazards could include 60mph winds and nickel sized hail.

The National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill has issued a * Tornado Warning for... Northwestern Miami County in east central Kansas... Southwestern Johnson County in east central Kansas... * Until 200 PM CDT.

🔊🌪️ Ready, Set, Sound! It's Outdoor Warning Siren Testing Day! Johnson County Emergency Management will be conducting our monthly test of the outdoor warning siren system at 11 a.m. today, June 4. 📢🚨 Let us know where you hear them in the comments below ⬇️ #JoCoPrepared