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Tuesday, May 22, 2012  National Weather Service warnings updated since Joplin tornado. There is a renewed call to heed the warnings no matter when or where they are posted.

Monday, April 02, 2012  The National Weather Service is kicking off an experiment next week with a new kind of tornado warning that's aimed to scare people into seeking shelter.

Friday, July 22, 2011  Many people grab their kids and pets and head to the basement.  But pets still get lost in the storm.

Wednesday, June 29, 2011  Two more furry friends said goodbye to the Joplin Humane Society. They boarded a plane to meet their new owner, Mike Bettes from The Weather Channel.

Tuesday, May 31, 2011  Make sure you know where the money you're donating goes.

Monday, May 30, 2011  People are calling the Red Cross to volunteer, but many of them are being turned away simply because they lack the required training.

Thursday, May 26, 2011  One Quincy couple felt the need to bring supplies to Joplin after the storms last weekend.

Wednesday, May 25, 2011  Update:  How many times have we been warned about being prepared for a disaster?  How many of us actually heed the warning?