2008 Severe Weather Symposium Presented by Douglas County Emergency Management

01/28/2008
Join Emergency Managers, Storm Spotters, Media, Meteorologists, and Weather Enthusiasts for Douglas County Emergency Management's 8th Annual Severe Weather Symposium. The event will be held 7:30am - 1:00pm on Saturday, February 23, 2008 at the Lawrence Arts Center, 940 New Hampshire in Lawrence, Kansas. The Symposium is for Storm Spotters, but is open to the public. This day is designed to train and expand your knowledge in advanced storm development, spotter safety, and the importance of spotter reports. The presentations will include incredible storm videos; experts in the field from both the National Weather Service and the private sector, and will conclude with a Roundtable discussion with local television meteorologists. Guest Presenters include: Jennifer Stark, WCM Topeka NWS; Mike Umscheid, General Forecaster Dodge City NWS; Jon Davies, Private Meteorologist; and Chris Novy, Volunteer, Oklahoma County Emergency Mgmt. The symposium is $15.00, pre-registration is required and due by Friday, February 15, 2008. For Pre-Registration information; contact Teri Smith; Director, Douglas County Emergency Management at tsmith@douglas-county.com

Related Links:
2008 Severe Weather Symposium Flyer - http://www.douglas-county.com/depts/em/docs/pdf/severeweathersymposiumflyer.pdf
Douglas County Emergency Management - http://www.douglas-county.com/depts/em/em_home.aspx

Media Contact:
Teri Smith, Director
Emergency Management Department
785-838-2460
tsmith@douglas-county.com