Weather Hazards and Preparedness

Join us virtually (via Zoom) on October 17, 2023 from 1:00- 2:00 p.m. ET for the 2023 MESH Grand Rounds Series event “Weather Hazards and Preparedness” presented by Sam Lashley.

During this presentation, attendees will learn to:

  • Understand the mission and vision of the National Weather Service.

  • Be able to identify severe weather types, associated hazards, and safety precautions for each hazard.

  • Learn where to find resources online for weather safety planning and preparedness.

  • Know the importance of a weather liaison and responsibilities of this position.

Sam Lashley is the Warning Coordination Meteorologist (WCM) for the National Weather Service Indianapolis office. Sam is a 30 year employee with the NWS and has worked in the Milwaukee WI, Northern Indiana and Indianapolis Indiana offices during his career.

As the Indianapolis WCM, Sam is responsible for maintaining close working relationships with core partners, supporting emergency management officials and first responders with Impact-Based Decision Support Services, and spreading weather safety and preparedness information through outreach and engagement. Sam enjoys supporting the Purdue Boilermakers (Boiler Up!), fishing, and golfing in his spare time.

All events in the MESH Grand Rounds Series are FREE and open to the public!

Continuing Education credit (CME/CEU) is available for this presentation.

Click the link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUtcO2oqz4iG9EoZa9su58sEWGBivvOZfPl#/registration

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