THIS IS ONLY A DRILL to prepare for severe weather and/or chemical emergencies. The City of Lockhart tests its sirens monthly.
These sirens are meant to be a warning system for those who are OUTDOORS at the time of the emergency/weather event. If you want to receive alerts wherever you are, sign up for
WarnCentralTexas.org.
Activation criteria for the City of Lockhart includes;
• The National Weather Service (NWS) issues a Tornado Warning.
• The National Weather Service (NWS) issues a Severe Thunderstorm Warning and indicates the potential for destructive winds of 70 mph or greater.
• Observed hail of 1.5 inches in diameter (ping pong ball) or greater.
• Any observed weather condition, which is judged to be hazardous to people and early warning would potentially save lives.