When Seconds Count, StormReady Communities are Prepared

The National Weather Service (NWS) and the Pennsylvania Emergency Mangement (PEMA) have partnered to bring the citizens of PA the StormReady Program.
See information on the National StormReady Page.

Penn State University (University Park Campus) is the newest StormReady Community!

Q: Why do we have StormReady Communities?
A: Ninety percent of all federally declared disasters are weather related, leading to around 500 deaths per year and nearly $14 billion in damage. To help Americans guard against the ravages of severe weather, the National Weather Service has designed StormReady, a program aimed at arming America's communities with the communication and safety skills necessary to save lives and property.

Q: Whom do I speak to about getting my area StormReady?
A: PA has been broken into 3 sections with each section maintaing its own Advisory Board (see map above). Each Board has elected a Chairperson. They are:
Western Pa - Richard Kane
Central Pa - David Ondrejik
Eastern Pa - David Nicosia

Q: How does my Community become StormReady?
A: First, you must meet the criteria.
Second, use the appropriate application form to apply for certification:
Form for Counties (pdf form)
Form for Municipalities (pdf form)
Form for Private Businesses (pdf form)