National Weather Association

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S. Let’s change that with sun-safe habits! Protect yourself and those you love by reminding them that today (and every day) There is no such thing as a “healthy” tan. Cover up, seek shade, and wear sunscreen. #DontFryDay

1 in 5 people will be diagnosed with skin cancer in their lifetime. Know your skin, check your spots. #DontFryDay #SPF #HealthySkin #EarlyDetectionSavesLives #CheckYourSpots #KnowTheFacts

The National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention has designated the Friday before Memorial Day as “Don’t Fry Day” to encourage everyone to sun safely as they head outdoors. Protect yourself and those you love by wearing your sunscreen every day! #DontFryDay

Children, the elderly, and those with chronic illness are especially vulnerable to heat exposure. NEVER leave anyone (or pets) alone in a locked car. Monitor people exercising or playing sports. Bring water to outdoor activities with others to keep everyone hydrated.

Never, never, never leave children, disabled or elderly adults, or pets in parked, unattended vehicles! Studies have shown that the temperature inside a parked vehicle can rapidly rise to dangerous levels for people and pets. weather.gov/safety/heat-ch…

Everyone is at risk from the dangers of extreme heat, but these groups are more vulnerable than most. Ensure that your loved ones and neighbors are safe from the heat and remain Weather-Ready. Are you ready for the heat? weather.gov/safety/heat-du…

Know the ways to protect yourself from the heat: Drink plenty of water and avoid alcohol. Beverages with electrolytes can help protect against heat stress. Apply sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) every two hours. Wear lightweight, loose-fitting, and light-colored clothing. #HeatSafety

Simple, easy tips for you as we continue to help you prepare for the worst of Summer's heat! Following these tips will help you #BeatTheHeat!

An Extreme Heat Watch is issued when conditions are favorable for an extreme heat event but its occurrence and timing is still uncertain. An Extreme Heat Warning is issued when extremely dangerous heat conditions are expected or occurring. Avoid outdoor activities. #HeatSafety

During hot and humid weather, your body's ability to cool itself is challenged in ways you may not expect. When your body heats too rapidly, or when too much fluid or salt is lost through dehydration or sweating, you may experience a heat-related illness. weather.gov/safety/heat-il…

This week is #HeatSafety Week! Heat is the leading weather-related killer in the United States. Heat can be very taxing on the body and can lead to heat-related illnesses or make existing health conditions worse. This week, we will highlight safety information and resources!

Join us tomorrow (May 14) at 12PM Central for our NWA Webinar Series! Representatives from @NWSStLouis and @nwsjacksonky will discuss the EF3 that impacted Saint Louis City and the long-tracked EF4 that moved through KY Check the Member Portal for the link to register!

📷 This week is Hurricane Preparedness Week! A key part of hurricane preparedness is understanding the dangers that remain well after a storm. Nearly half of hurricane fatalities occur after the storm. More Info: noaa.gov/use-caution-af…

📷 This week is Hurricane Preparedness Week! Do you know what to do when a storm threatens? Prepare for hurricane season by taking the time now to understand the actions needed when time is of the essence. More Info: noaa.gov/get-moving-whe…

Join us in☝️week (May 14 at 12PM Central) for our NWA Webinar Series! Representatives from NWS St. Louis and NWS Jackson Kentucky will discuss the EF3 that impacted Saint Louis City and the long-tracked EF4 that moved through KY Check the Member Portal for the link to register!

📷 This week is Hurricane Preparedness Week! Prepare for hurricane season by knowing how to understand forecasts. They can tell you a lot about what is expected, including the storm’s paths, rainfall amounts, wind speeds, and more. More Info: noaa.gov/understand-for…

The latest Journal of Operational Meteorology article is here! 🗞 Title: Evaluation of GOES Satellite Data for use in the Grassland Fire Danger Index ✍️ Authors: Schumacher, P. N., E. Centeno, B. Wu, and K. Gallo 💻Link: doi.org/10.15191/nwajo…

Join us tomorrow (Wednesday, May 6) at 7PM Central for our May Member Meetup! Members: Check the Member Portal for the link to join!

🚨The deadline for abstract submissions for #NWAS26 closes at 11:59 PM Central TONIGHT!🚨 This year's theme is "Weathering the Storms...Together" 🤝⛈️ Call for Abstracts: nwas.org/2026-call-for-… Abstract Reference Guide: nwas.org/nwa-abstract-r…

Join us on Thursday, May 14 at 12PM Central for our NWA Webinar Series! Representatives from @NWSStLouis and @nwsjacksonky will discuss the EF3 that impacted Saint Louis City and the long-tracked EF4 that moved through KY. Check the Member Portal for the link to register!