LIGHTNING AND TORNADO WARNING SYSTEM

Having the HazardAlarm has been a great asset to the additional HazardCall app. The HazardAlarm is loud and can be heard thought my park if outdoors. Some of my residents have commented that they have heard it inside and caused them to check the weather before taking part in outdoor activities.

I also have residents who have stated that they are happy about the color pattern that makes them aware if they just have to worry about lighting or if its flashing red to prepare to take cover.

The local fire department was very interested in the HazardAlarm and commented that they wished more people could have this system available in the county.

- Jennifer R.

John installed the HazardAlarm at Lilleys' Landing down on the dock. The alarm system is visible from both ends of the dock and sounds an alarm that is audible over the entire dock giving us warning when inclement or dangerous weather is approaching our location. It gives us plenty of time to clear the dock when safety could be compromised.

- Duane D. 

We have had the HazardAlarm devices from WeatherCall in Durant since June of 2021. We initially installed one at the municipal swimming pool and another at the softball fields in the Sports Complex. After the swimming pool closed for the winter, we moved that alarm box to the soccer fields at the Sports Complex. We feel the HazardAlarm devices are beneficial for many reasons. At the Sports Complex, the  [HazardAlarm] devices take the decision making about lightning and tornado hazards out of the hands of sports officials who may be more interested in keeping the game going and not realize how imminent the danger is. The HazardAlarm is especially beneficial for the swimming pool. The lifeguards are not focused on the weather as their main task. There is loud music and most often, approaching severe weather is not noticed. The alarm from the HazardAlarm device is impossible to ignore and allows staff to clear the pool as long as lightning threatens the area, sending an "All Clear" signal when the severe threat has passed. We couldn't be happier with the HazardAlarm. We especially like the ability to see the alarm history and control the devices from an internet browser.

-Kenneth E. - City of Durant