Outdoor Warning Sirens Test

We will be conducting testing on the Outdoor Warning Sirens Saturday, August 6th at noon. Let us know if you believe the outdoor siren near your home is not operational or if you have questions or concerns.

1. What does it mean when I hear the outdoor warning sirens? In short, it means something life-threatening is happening, and you should go indoors and get more information. The specific guidelines (tornado, hail, wind, etc.) for sounding sirens vary by jurisdiction, so check with your local community to determine the specifics.

2. What should I do when I hear the outdoor warning sirens? When the sirens are heard, go inside and tune in to local media to get more information.

3. Why can't I hear the outdoor warning sirens in my house? Sirens are an outdoor warning system designed only to alert those who are outside that something dangerous is approaching.

4. How can I get alerts when I'm at work or in my house? Every home and business should have an NOAA Weather Radio All-Hazards for alerts indoors. NOAA Weather Radio is like a smoke detector for severe weather and can wake you up when a warning is issued for your area so you can take appropriate action.

5. When are outdoor warning sirens tested? Sirens are tested according to the local community or state policies. In Bondurant, this is on the first Saturday of each month.