If you hear sirens, you should tune in to your local Emergency
Alert System (EAS) radio or television station for emergency information and
instructions.
The sirens are not a signal to
evacuate. Your area may not be affected by an emergency, or you
may be asked simply to remain indoors for a period of time. You will be given
specific instructions about whether to stay inside, leave the area or take other
protective action.
The sirens around North Anna and Surry are tested quarterly.
During these routine tests the alerting signal produced by the sirens is a steady
tone that lasts for three minutes. The alerting signal for an actual emergency
will be four separate three-minute activations, each separated by one minute
of silence.
Unscheduled Sirens Soundings
In the event that you hear a siren signal that is not a quarterly
test or actual emergency notification, you may contact your Emergency
Management Coordinator/Official for further information. Do
not call 911. A report of an unscheduled siren sounding will
be investigated and you will be informed of the status.
What To Do If You Hear Sirens
Listen for a steady three-minute siren signal. The signal
will be sounded four times within 15 minutes. Turn on your radio or television.
The EAS stations will have the most timely and accurate information concerning
the accident. Tune in to one of the EAS
stations.
