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How to Receive Emergency Alerts
To get immediate notifications about road closures and weather warnings, use the following resources:

• Cleveland & Bradley County: Text “JOIN CBCOEM” to 31002 to sign up for local alerts from the Office of Emergency Management.
• McMinn County (Athens): Sign up via the Emergency Services website at www.mcminncounty.tn.gov/ems.
• Meigs County: Monitor the Meigs County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page for all official area alerts. https://www.facebook.com/MeigsCountySheriffsOffice
• Polk County: Register for emergency notifications at polkcountytn911.com.
• Rhea County: Sign up for the county alert system at rheacounty.tn.org/emergency.

Power Outage Information:
Cleveland Utilities Outage Map Outage.clevelandutilities.com
Volunteer Energy Outage Map Volunteer.outagemap.coop/

Local News & Continuous Coverage
For ongoing weather analysis and hyper-local updates throughout the storm:

• Radio: Stay tuned to WCLE for the latest forecasts and information specifically for the Cleveland area. https://mymix1041.com/weather-alert-center
• Television: Follow our news partners at Local 3 for updated snow and ice totals. https://www.local3news.com/local-weather/

Preparation Essentials
Experts warn that ice can be more damaging than snow, often leading to prolonged power outages. Officials recommend you stock up now to avoid travel during the storm:

• Food & Meds: Have enough non-perishables and prescription medications to last through next Wednesday.
• Supplies: Ensure you have plenty of water, batteries, flashlights, and a first-aid kit.
• Home Safety: Prepare for freezing temperatures by protecting pipes and securing a backup heat source if possible.