Does the City of Carrollton have public storm shelters?

The City of Carrollton does not have public shelters due to the fast-developing population of the City. We advise individuals to have plans in which they establish shelter locations. Seek shelter indoors, in sturdy structures. 

What is the difference between a watch and warning?

Watch: Severe thunderstorm is possible, but not yet happening. Conditions are favorable for severe weather or tornados to develop.

Warning: Severe weather is happening right now in the designated area. Tornados have been detected by the National Weather Service of a reliable report of a tornado has been reported.

What do if I'm in an area under a watch?

Continuously track the weather and have a plan ready in the case that the watch is elevated to a warning.

What do I do if I'm in an area under a warning?

Seek shelter immediately. If you are indoors, go to your designated shelter room. This would be the innermost room. It is also recommended you go into your bathroom, only if it does not have an exterior wall. If you are outdoors and driving, stop striving and seek shelter indoors immediately. 

If I register for CarrolltonAlert and set a quiet time, will I receive emergency notifications?

During quiet hours, you will continue to receive tornado and severe thunderstorm notifications due to life safety concerns. All other notifications will be silenced during the hours you set as quiet time.