SEYMOUR — As spring storm season approaches, Jackson County officials are looking for volunteers to serve as the community’s “eyes on the ground.”
Next week, the county will host a specialized Storm Spotter Training session in coordination with the National Weather Service (NWS). The event is designed for residents interested in learning how to identify and report severe weather patterns, providing critical real-time data that radar alone can’t always capture.
The event will be held on Tuesday, April 7, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Walnut Street, in Seymour. The event is free and open to the public.
The two-hour session focuses on public safety and meteorological education. Attendees will be trained on:
- Tracking Storms: Understanding the anatomy of a thunderstorm.
- Severe Weather Identification: Distinguishing between low-hanging clouds and actual funnel clouds or tornadoes.
- Safety & Reporting: How to relay information to forecasters to help trigger early warnings for the community.
In addition to the training, attendees will have a chance to boost their personal emergency preparedness. Midland Radio USA has donated four weather radios to be given away during the event.
Whether you are a weather enthusiast or simply a concerned neighbor, this session offers a unique opportunity to help keep Jackson County safe when the clouds turn gray.
