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What's that Noise

When you hear the emergency warning sirens anywhere in the City, you need to take immediate action. Oakland County Emergency Response and Preparedness will sound these sirens when:
  • The National Weather Service issues a severe thunderstorm warning with damaging winds in excess of 65 mph.
  • The National Weather Service issues a Tornado warning.
  • A tornado sighting has been verified by public safety officials.
  • Additional weather warnings are issued.
  • Other emergency situations (such as a hazardous material release) that could harm the public.

Take Immediate Action
  • Tune to local TV and Radio for current updates
  • Primary radio stations: WJR(AM-960), or WWJ(AM-1270)
  • All local TV stations and cable receive warning information
  • Go immediately to your basement or safe area in your home if high winds, severe thunder and lightning are present.
  • Carry a battery operated radio and NOAA weather alert radio so you will know when the emergency has passed and when it is clear to leave your safe area.
  • If, during a storm, you are outside in open areas away from possible shelter, lie flat on the ground away from trees until the storm passes. If in a vehicle, get out and find a more substantial structure.
  • Do not rely on hearing a weather siren in a low lying area.

 DO NOT CALL 911 TO ASK WHY THE SIRENS ARE SOUNDING AS THIS CAN OVERLOAD THE 911 EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEM. ONLY CALL 911 IN AN EMERGENCY.