74-04 Tornado Emergency Procedures

Summary

This policy provides a detailed roadmap for the City of Grand Rapids' response to tornado watches and warnings at its facilities. It sets out responsibilities for city departments in terms of ensuring shelter facilities and communicating impending threats, along with specific steps for employees to follow before, during, and after a tornado event.

Purpose

To protect City Employees by establishing protocols for tornado emergencies, with an emphasis on shelter accessibility, internal communication, and clearly defined actions during various stages of tornado events.