Monthly siren test in Ottawa County

The monthly siren test for communities in Ottawa County will occur on: Friday, August 10 at NOON. This test is being delayed one week due to the large crowds anticipated at the Coast Guard Festival on the regular test date of August 3.

The sirens will sound for approximately 1 to 3 minutes. Ottawa County monthly siren tests occur during the months of March through November on the first Friday of each month. The next siren test is scheduled for September 7. For more information please contact Ottawa County Emergency Management. 

Sirens are designed to alert those who are outdoors of an imminent hazard, most often severe weather, prompting them to find shelter and seek further information. Sirens can typically be heard, outdoors, about a mile from their sounding location. More at details and siren locations are available at https://www.miottawa.org/Sheriff/sirens.htm.

The monthly tests are good reminders for residents to prepare for severe weather by having emergency supplies in their homes, such as water, flashlights, non-perishable foods and other items. Learn more about building a kit at www.ready.gov/build-a-kit.