The National Weather Service in Wichita will conduct its annual spotter training session and safety seminar, called “Storm Fury On the Plains” at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 3 at the Moline Community Building.
The event is open to all interested storm spotters in Elk County and persons seeking information about severe weather safety. Attendees are taught the basics of thunderstorm development, storm structure, the features to look for, and where to find them. What, when and how to report information as well as basic severe weather safety are also covered.
The session is a multi-media presentation, which includes detailed video. These spotter classes typically take about 1½ to 2 hours, and are open to the public. No prior experience is required, and there is no registration necessary to attend.