The day after the tornadoes hit in 2023, when Covington was still sorting through what it had lost, Dr. John Combs got on the phone with parents. Two schools were gone. A section of town was damaged. Someone had died. He told parents he’d work with them, that attendance during recovery wasn’t something anyone needed […]
Read MoreWhat to do during severe weather
When severe weather is expected, you need to know how to stay safe. Now is the time to make sure you and your family are prepared. Here’s a quick checklist to help you get ready before storms move in: 1. Know where you’ll go Identify your safest place – lowest level, interior room, away from […]
Read MoreWhere to go during a tornado warning
Severe weather season is here, and many Tipton County residents ask the same question during storms: Where can I go if I need a safe place to shelter? Tipton County has several public tornado safe rooms designed to provide protection during tornado warnings. These shelters are built to FEMA standards and are intended for short-term […]
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