As we head into storm season, it’s important to understand how outdoor warning sirens work — and what they are not designed to do. With the potential for severe weather on Monday, April 28, 2025, now is a great time to review.
⚠️ Outdoor Warning Siren Reminders
- Sirens are for OUTDOOR warning purposes and are NOT meant to be heard indoors.
- Hearing a siren is a signal to get indoors and seek additional information from trusted sources.
- If a siren stops, it DOES NOT mean the threat has ended! Always confirm with official weather alerts.
- Sirens are activated by city or county officials, not the National Weather Service.
- Sirens should never be your only source of weather alerts! Use weather apps, NOAA weather radios, and stay tuned to official news and weather updates.
For forecasts, watches, and warnings in our area, visit the National Weather Service Topeka:
🔗 NWS Topeka Website
🔗 NWS Topeka Facebook Page
