Severe weather can hit fast, and in Minnesota, that can mean extreme heat, strong storms with lightning and hail, tornadoes, or heavy rains that lead to flooding. The most important thing you can do is be prepared and know what to do before severe weather happens. The first step is making sure you are staying informed. Oh, we got to get downstairs. Get alerts through a weather app on your phone or a NOAA weather radio so you know when conditions change. Next, have a plan on where to go. The safest place during severe weather is a basement or the lowest level of your home away from windows. If you don't have a basement, move to a small interior room like a bathroom or closet. Be ready for power outages and have a safety kit ready. Flashlights, phone chargers, shoes, and leashes or carriers for your pets. And when a warning is issued, don't wait. Don't go outside [music] to check the weather. Take it seriously and move to safety immediately. Today is the time to prepare because being ready now can make all the difference later. Yep.