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The Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office is partnering with the National Weather Service to offer a free weather safety and emergency preparedness class on Saturday, October 24, from 10 a.m. to noon at Sheriff's Safety Town, located at 8910 Jewella Avenue in Shreveport.

Representatives from the National Weather Service will discuss tornadoes, flooding, and safety measures residents should take during severe weather. The Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness will lead a class covering disaster kits, emergency planning, and active shooter awareness.

The event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be provided. Residents are encouraged to attend and learn how to better prepare for emergencies and keep their families safe.

For questions regarding this press release, please contact Breck Scott