St. Paul Siren, University Avenue
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N 44° 57.850 W 093° 11.909
15T E 484346 N 4978988
Ramsey County uses the Outdoor Warning Sirens to warn the public for many types of disasters. When the sirens sound it is imperative to seek shelter and turn on a TV to a local channel, local radio, or NOAA All-Hazard Weather Radio.
Waymark Code: WM491X
Location: Minnesota, United States
Date Posted: 07/23/2008
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** What are Minneapolis and St. Paul's Outdoor Emergency Sirens For?
The sirens sound in the event of tornadoes, severe thunder or lightning storms, hazardous-material spills, power-plant malfunctions, terrorism, and other emergencies threatening the area.
Who Operates the Emergency Sirens in Minneapolis and St. Paul?
The sirens are owned by the city they are located in, but the decision to sound the siren is taken by a county official.
In an emergency, the county's incident commander -- the police chief, sheriff or county emergency manager -- makes the decision to sound the sirens.
** When are the Minneapolis and St. Paul Emergency Sirens Tested?
Sirens are tested on the first Wednesday of each month. The sirens are tested to verify normal operation, and to familiarize residents with the sound of the siren.
Sirens make two different signals, and both are sounded during a test.
The first signal is used for tornadoes and severe weather. It's a steady tone.
The second signal is used for other types of emergencies. It has a warbling sound.
The sirens are tested every month, all year round. Historically the sirens were only tested in the summer, but with recent terrorist concerns and the potential need to respond to other emergencies they are now tested in the winter too.
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