The recent tragedy that saw a tornado devastate several Oklahoma counties should serve as a reminder for us that preparedness and understanding alerts and dangers are supremely important. Pittsburgh has had tornados in the past, and severe weather is ever present during Pittsburgh's change of seasons. The following weather-related resources are available from the Office of Emergency Management:
Summer Weather Resources | Emergency Alerts | Community Weather Alert Video

Every state in the U.S. has experienced tornadoes and severe weather, and although some more than others, everyone is at risk. You can take steps to prepare for when severe weather strikes in your area. Knowing the most common weather hazards in your area, your vulnerability, and what actions you should take can save your life and others. 

Severe Weather is ever present during Pittsburgh's change of seasons. Review the "Emergency Resources" tab we have at right, to see our Summer preparedness info. Watch the Community Weather Alert video below, and sign up for the City of Pittsburgh's Emergency Alerts!

Reflecting upon the tragic events in Connecticut this past week, and other like events within recent years, Pittsburgh EMA has an archive of Active Shooter specific information available to the community. Some of this information can be found on our Facebook page, and we encourage you to see our most recent posts.

Remember – if you see something that is actively occurring or may pose an immediate threat, call 9-1-1 immediately! However, if nobody is in danger yet you feel that government and law enforcement entities should be made aware of suspicious activity, please feel free to fill out an online Suspicious Activity Report.

If you see something, say something! Follow this link to learn more about the campaign on improving the process of alerting government and law enforcement to information that could play a crucial role in keeping Pittsburgh secure:

• http://www.dhs.gov/files/reportincidents/see-something-say-something.shtm