National Tornado Drill Day

(St. Francois County, MO) Officials with the National Weather Service will have Missouri’s 2024 statewide tornado drill at 11 a.m. The statewide drill provides schools, businesses and families with an opportunity to test their planning and readiness to be able to quickly seek appropriate shelter in case of a real severe weather emergency. Outdoor warning sirens will sound across participating communities and participants should practice taking cover in their designated shelter. Schools are encouraged to use the tornado drill as an educational tool for students by incorporating tornado facts and meteorological information and safety tips into their lesson plans.