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About Safe Place Selfie Day
Career , Family & Friends
Technology & Telecom , United States
Ends: Apr 02, 2025
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SAFE PLACE SELFIE DAY: BE PREPARED FOR SEVERE WEATHER AND DISASTERS
Safe Place Selfie Day, held on the first Wednesday of April, is an initiative designed to raise awareness about the importance of knowing the safest locations to shelter during severe weather or natural disasters. The annual event, promoted by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Weather Service (NWS), encourages individuals and families to identify and share their designated safe places, fostering a culture of preparedness and safety.
The primary goal of Safe Place Selfie Day is to educate the public on the best practices for finding shelter during emergencies such as tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes, and other hazardous events. Knowing where to go and what to do when disaster strikes saves lives and prevents injuries.
“Knowing where to seek shelter can make a critical difference during a disaster,” said Mary Johnson, spokesperson for the NWS. “Safe Place Selfie Day is a fun and engaging way to encourage people to think about their safety plans and share them with others.”
MOST COMMON DISASTERS
The best places to shelter vary depending on the type of disaster:
Tornadoes—The safest place is an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building, away from windows. Basements, storm cellars, or small interior rooms like closets or bathrooms are ideal.
Hurricanes—Seek shelter in a small, windowless interior room or hallway on the lowest non-flooding floor.
Earthquakes—Drop, cover, and hold on under a piece of sturdy furniture, and stay away from windows and heavy objects that could fall.
Floods—Move to higher ground immediately, avoiding basements and lower floors.
HASHTAG SafePlaceSelfie
Participating in Safe Place Selfie Day is simple and impactful. Individuals are encouraged to take a selfie in their identified safe place and share it on social media using the hashtag #SafePlaceSelfie. The event promotes personal preparedness, spreads awareness, and encourages others to consider their safety plans.
“By participating and sharing your safe place, you’re helping to create a community of prepared individuals,” Johnson added. “It’s a small action that can have a big impact.”
For more information on Safe Place Selfie Day and resources on emergency preparedness, visit the National Weather Service website or follow #SafePlaceSelfie on social media platforms.
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