When a Winter Weather Advisory is issued and snow accumulation is expected, what should you do?

The decision to put the Emergency Operations Center on full alert during a Winter Weather Advisory is a proactive measure to ensure that the community is prepared for potential adverse conditions that may arise due to expected snow accumulation. This involves activating necessary resources, implementing communication plans, and ensuring that personnel are available to respond effectively to any emergencies that could occur as a result of the winter weather.

By taking this action, emergency managers can coordinate responses, monitor conditions closely, and deploy resources to assist at-risk populations, maintain public safety, and facilitate recovery efforts. This level of readiness is crucial as winter weather can lead to hazardous travel conditions, power outages, and increased risk of accidents and injuries due to snow and ice.

In contrast, simply monitoring the weather, ignoring the advisory, or allowing community members to resume normal activities can lead to unpreparedness and potentially harmful situations. Thus, putting the Emergency Operations Center on full alert represents an informed and strategic approach to weather-related emergencies.