Boone County News Release
For Immediate Release
Media Contact:
Chris Kelley, Director
Boone County Office of Emergency Management
Phone: (573) 554-7900
Email: EM@boonecountymo.org
Boone County Outdoor Warning Siren System
June 14, 2024 – The Boone County Office of Emergency Management (BCOEM) has received reports that the outdoor warning sirens did not sound when activated last night in parts of Northern Boone County, including the Hallsville and Centralia areas.
Staff and contracted agents are working to identify and correct any and all issues with the tornado siren systems. The Office of Emergency Management will provide updated information as soon as we determine the potential cause of the issue.
The outdoor warning sirens are a vital part of an integrated warning system and are intended to notify residents outdoors of a potential severe weather threat. Residents are also encouraged to create a Smart911 profile and opt in to receive Boone County Ready weather alerts, purchase a NOAA weather radio, and stay weather aware by obtaining the most current forecast from their local weather station.
To learn more about the outdoor warning siren system, visit the BCOEM website at https://www.showmeboone.com/oem/resources/sirens.asp.
Information on how to sign up for Boone County Ready weather alerts, powered by Smart911 can be found here: https://ready.boonemo.org/#s911
For media inquiries, please contact Chris Kelley, Emergency Management Director, at 573-554-7900 or by email at EM@BooneCountyMO.org.
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