@ReadyWake

Wake County Emergency Management has developed the ReadyWake program to help you and your family prepare for possible disasters.

 Wake County, N.C.
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Need a safe place during #WinterStormFern? #WakeCounty will open two emergency shelters at 3 p.m. today: They include: Southeast Raleigh High School 2600 Rock Quarry Road @RaleighGov Heritage High School 1150 Forestville Road @WakeForest_NC The shelters are pet friendly. Pet owners should bring all the items they need for their pet’s care, including medications, crates, leashes, pet food, cat litter and pans, etc. Details: bit.ly/4bh7OIZ
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We are aware of reported outages with some cellular providers across the country. If you are experiencing issues with your cellular service and cannot get through to 911, please try calling using Wi-Fi services or a landline, or have a friend, family member or neighbor make the call for you.
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It's #NationalPreparednessMonth! Has your family ever talked about your emergency plan? 🤔 #PreparednessStartsAtHome. Make sure everyone in your family knows what to do during different kinds of emergencies. Consider how power outages, damaged roads and lost internet connection could impact your plan. 👨‍👩‍👦 ❤️ Visit readywake.com for planning resources. 📝
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September is #NationalPreparednessMonth, and #WakeCounty Emergency Management knows that #PreparednessStartsAtHome. 🏠 🌩️ That's why we're hosting community events this month to help you and your family get ready for emergencies and natural disasters. Learn more ➡️ ow.ly/amLQ50WTs1z
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Due to possible #WinterWeather today, #WakeCounty facilities will have adjusted hours through the weekend. This includes @wcplonline, @WakeGovParks and @WakeGOVPets. Stay safe and warm! ❄️ For a full list of closures and any updates, visit ➡️ wake.gov/weather
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Important reminder! 🔔 Tomorrow around 10 a.m., Harris Nuclear Plant will conduct a 3-minute test of the warning sirens. All 85 sirens within the 10-mile EPZ will sound. No action is required. @ToHollySprings @TownOfFV @TownOfApex
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North Carolina National Guard air assets have completed 146 flight missions, resulting in the rescue of 538 people and 150 pets. #Burnsville #BurnsvilleNC 🎥: Maj. Monica Ebert #Helene #HeleneNC
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Tornado Warning continues for Holly Springs NC, Broadway NC and Moncure NC until 11:15 AM EDT
This graphic displays a tornado warning plotted on a map. The warning is in effect until 11:15 AM EDT. The warning includes Holly Springs NC, Broadway NC and Moncure NC. This warning is for North Central Harnett, Northeastern Lee, Southwestern Wake and Southeastern Chatham Counties. The threats associated with this warning are a radar indicated tornado and pea sized hail. There are 60,320 people in the warning along with 8 schools and 0 hospitals.

ALT This graphic displays a tornado warning plotted on a map. The warning is in effect until 11:15 AM EDT. The warning includes Holly Springs NC, Broadway NC and Moncure NC. This warning is for North Central Harnett, Northeastern Lee, Southwestern Wake and Southeastern Chatham Counties. The threats associated with this warning are a radar indicated tornado and pea sized hail. There are 60,320 people in the warning along with 8 schools and 0 hospitals.

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**Traffic Advisory** Drivers should expect road closures and traffic delays in North Raleigh today associated with the Presidential Visit. Falls of Neuse Rd, Durant Rd, and other major thoroughfares will be impacted. Check back for updates.
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It’s Winter Weather Preparedness Week, and we want to remind you to drive safely, especially during inclement weather. #WinterWxPreparedness #NCReady #NCPrep
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Our good friends at the @NWSRaleigh warn that because of low #humidity, there is #Enhanced #Fire 🔥 #Danger today. While the #winds are #calmer, that doesn’t mean the danger has passed. Please reschedule 📅 any yard debris burns 🚫 you may have planned.
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Planning on working outside today? Be sure to practice #HeatSafety. 💧 Stay hydrated. 🍬 Avoid sugary beverages. 🌳 Take breaks in the shade. 👕 Wear light clothing and a brimmed hat. 🌞 Use sunscreen (and don't forget to reapply!). 👀 Keep an eye on your coworkers. @ReadyWake
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Recently, we have received reports of people impersonating Raleigh Police Officers calling and emailing asking for money. The RPD will NEVER call or email soliciting money. If you receive one of these calls or emails, immediately hang up and report it by calling 919-829-1911.
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The Fourth of July is the biggest holiday for fireworks! Please be courteous to those who may be sensitive to the loud noises. #FourthOfJuly #RaleighPoliceDepartment #Veterans #Pets
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We are approaching the holiday weekend and many people will be heading to the beach. Be sure you know how to spot rip currents and what to do if you become caught in one. #ReadyNC Check the rip current forecast at weather.gov/beach/mhx.
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As we approach the holiday weekend, make sure to check with your local NWS office about the rip current forecast if you're going to the beach. @NWSWakefieldVA, @NWSMoreheadCity, and @NWSWilmingtonNC cover NC beaches, and visit weather.gov/beach/mhx for the forecast.
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🚨 @DukeEnergy and county officials will test the 85 outdoor warning sirens around the Harris Nuclear Plant between 10 and 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 12. 🚨 ➡️ duke-energy.com/NuclearEP @HarnettCounty @ChathamCountyNC @leecountync @townofapex @ToHollySprings @TownofFV
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This week state emergency officials come together to test emergency response plans for the Harris Nuclear Plant in New Hill. On Monday, Wake Co. Emergency Management and @WakeSheriff simulated evacuations in the event of an emergency at the Harris Nuclear Plant.

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Yeargan Rd between Hwy 70 and Mechanical Blvd will be closed for approximately the next 3-4 hours due to a gas leak. Please find alternate routes. @GarnerPolice @GarnerFire
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Not sure where to get your important weather news now that @SirWalterW has retired? We've got you covered. Sign up for @ReadyWake alerts to receive customized messages when #severeweather is headed your way. DETAILS: readywake.com. #GroundhogDay #SirWalterWally
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