Amid questions over the emergency alerts issued as heavy rainfall inundated Texas hill country over the July 4 weekend, devices like the NOAA Weather Radio could help ease minds. The radio issues weather forecasts and emergency alerts, if severe weather is moving into your area. https://cbsn.ws/3IBkPRa | CBS Mornings

51K views · 723 reactions | Hurricanes, floods, or tornadoes—stay ahead with NOAA Weather Radio & cell alerts. Life-saving info 24/7! Visit weather.gov. #WeatherSafety #StayAlert | U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) | Facebook

4.2K views · 18 reactions | For the last day of Severe Weather Awareness week we’re focusing on the NOAA Weather Radio. It’s important to have multiple ways of receiving life-saving weather warnings and NOAA Weather Radio is one great option. The program includes 1025 transmitters, covering all 50 states, coastal waters, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and US Pacific Territories. weather.gov/nwr | US National Weather Service Buffalo NY | Facebook

A weather radio can be a lifesaver - if it’s out of the box and set for alerts to your area. There are 21 NOAA Weather Radio stations in Tennessee. Make sure your radio is programmed for your location by taking a look at the list at https://www.weather.gov/nwr/tennessee | Tennessee Emergency Management Agency