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National Weather Service Outdoor Event Planning Class

May 7 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm CDT

 

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Venue

  • MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus
  • 4203 Montdale Park Drive
    Valparaiso, IN 46383 United States
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  • Phone 219-510-9111

Overview:

Elevate your event safety planning and decision making by joining this dynamic, interactive seminar!  We will highlight the essential elements of an outdoor event hazardous weather safety plan and take a hands-on approach to incorporating tools and support services available from the National Weather Service into decision making.  Building on the successful 2025 format, this year’s program features all-new interactive scenarios.  Take part in breakout groups, collaborating directly with NWS staff to apply concepts to real-world situations, followed by large-group discussions and sharing of ideas and best practices.  Seminar objectives include:

  • Demonstrate awareness of NWS products and services available before and during special events
  • Understand the importance of having an event weather safety plan and the importance of calculating the time needed to alert and evacuate/shelter the attendees
  • Understand the importance of having a designated weather liaison for the event to support planning and decision making
  • Demonstrate awareness and knowledge of NWS products, services and Event Ready tools to make informed decisions regarding the execution of evacuation/shelter plans

Intended Audience:

  • NOT open to the public
  • Emergency management
  • Police
  • Fire
  • Local government/community event planners
  • Park district safety officials
  • Anyone who may monitor weather for a community event
  • Other local government agencies who make weather related decisions in the summer

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