Tornado Watch
Conditions are favorable for a tornado. When there is a Tornado Watch issued by the National Weather Service, an alert will not be blown.
Citizens Should Follow These Procedures:
Be ready to take personal shelter.
Prepare emergency lighting.
Protect personal property.
Tune into a television or radio station that provides Sioux County weather.
Tornado Warning
A tornado has actually been sighted which threatens our city. When there is a Tornado Warning issued by the National Weather Service, an alert will be blown. Signal: Straight blasts for 3 to 5 minutes.
Citizens Should Follow These Procedures:
Take immediate shelter.
DO NOT go outside or look out of windows.
No “All-Clear” Signal Will Be Given
Siren Tests
The sirens will go off the first Monday of every month at 6:00 pm from April through September.
LOS HAWARDEN SIRENA SIGNOS
EL RELOJ DEL TORNADO
Las condiciones son m-s favorables para un Tornado
Cuando hay un reloj del tornado emitido por el Servicio de Tiempo Nacional una sirena alerta no se spolar.
LOS CIUDADANOS DEBEN SEGUIR ESTOS PROCEDIMIENTOS:
1. proteja la propiedad personal
2. prepara la iluminacion de la emergencia
3. este listo tomar el resguardo personal
4. la melodia en una television o estacion de la radio que proporcionan el tiempo de Condado de Sioux
LA ADVERTENCIA DEL TORNADO
El “tornado realmente vidente que amenaza nuestra ciudad”.
El signo: Las explosioes rectas durante 3 a 5 minutos.
LOS CIUDADONOS DEBEN DEQUIR ESTOS PROCEDIMIENTOS:
1. tome el resguardo inmediato
2. no vaya fuera o parezca fuera de ventanas.
NO TESTAMENTO SE – ALADO “TODO CLARO” SE D….
EL SIGNO ALTERNATIVO: En caso de fracasco electrico o mecanico que harla la sirena non-funcional, Ciudad que los automoviles policiacos y carniones de fuego manejaran alrededor del pueblo con las luces y destruccion de las sirenas.
Las Sirenas se ir-n el primer lunes de cada mes a las 7:00 postmeridiano
De abril a traves de septiembre.
A grass drop-off site is located at 13th Street and Avenue D. PLEASE NOTE: It is a safety hazard to put foreign objects such as bricks, sticks, bags, etc. in the grass drop-off site. These objects can cause damage to the equipment. This site is for grass only.
We are having a problem with the grass drop-off site area. When the grass is spread on the fields it is done with a manure spreader. If foreign objects are put in the grass pile, damage can occur to the equipment that is spreading the grass on the fields. This is also a safety hazard for the machine operator and anyone who may be assisting. If this problem continues we will no longer be able to offer the drop-off site.
Reminder: The only things allowed in the limb pile are tree limbs and brush. No other wood or lumber is allowed.
Natual gas is an odorless and colorless gas that presents a serious safety concern in your home and business if a leak occurs. The City Gas Department adds odorant into the system so that leaks can be detected. Here are a few natural gas safety tips to keep you and your family safe:
If you suspect an exhaust problem, get fresh air, shut off the gas, and have the problem checked by an expert.
If you smell gas at your residence, call the City Offices at 551-2565 and they will send the Gas Department to check out the problem, free of charge. After hours call Brian Warner, Gas Foreman, at 551-6622; Jeff Schurman at 551-3839; or Tom Kane, Director of Public Works, at 551-1233. In an emergency call the Hawarden Hospital at 551-3100 and they will contact City Personnel for you.
HOW CAN YOU TELL WHERE A PIPELINE IS LOCATED?
Since natural gas pipelines are underground, Line Markers are used to indicate the approximate location of the pipelines. However, these markers do not indicate how deep the pipeline is buried. Also, the route can take twists and turns between markers.
Never assume the pipeline lies in a straight line. Always call the Iowa One-Call Center before digging. It is a crime for any person to deliberately damage, destroy or remove any pipeline sign or right-of-way marker.
Pipelines can lose cover through natural erosion or other forces. Certain types of deep farming activities require advanced notification. Some examples are: chisel plowing, waterway work, and tiling. If you observe indicators that a pipeline is shallow or exposed, contact the City of Hawarden at 1-712-551-2565.
WHAT IS A PIPELINE RIGHT-OF-WAY?
A pipeline right-of-way is the strip of land over a pipeline. The right-of-way agreement between our Utility and the property owner is called an easement. Easements provide our Utility with permanent, limited access to the land to enable us to operate, test, inspect, maintain and protect our pipeline.
CAN I BUILD/DIG ON A RIGHT-OF-WAY?
Pipeline right-of-way must be kept free from structures and other obstructions. If a pipeline crosses your property, please do not plant trees or shrubs on or near the right-of-way without first having our Utility personnel mark the pipeline, stake the easement and explain construction guidelines to you.
WHO SHOULD I CALL IF I DETECT A GAS LEAK IN MY HOME?
If you suspect a natural gas leak inside your home or on your service line, immediately evacuate and contact the City of Hawarden at 551-2565.
SIGNS OF A NATURAL GAS PIPELINE LEAK --
Leaks from a natural gas pipeline are extremely rare. Year after year the National Transportation Safety Board statistics support the industry’s safety record. However, it is important to know how to recognize the signs of a leak if one were to occur in your area.
CALL RIGHT AWAY IF YOU SEE:
> Vegetation over or near the pipeline which appears to be dead or dying for no apparent reason.
> Water bubbling at a creek, pond, river or any wet area.
> Dirt being blown or appearing thrown into the air.
> Fire or explosion near or involving the pipeline.
> Exposed pipeline, which may have been caused by a natural disaster, such as flood or earthquake.
HEAR
> A hissing, whistling or roaring sound.
SMELL
> Natural gas is usually colorless and odorless; your utility odorizes the gas with an additive to give it a slight “rotten egg” smell.
STEPS YOU SHOULD TAKE IF YOU SUSPECT A GAS LEAK
1. If you suspect a leaking or damaged pipeline, leave the area immediately and warn others to stay away.
2. If you suspect your excavation equipment has struck a pipeline, do not attempt to move the equipment. Shut the equipment off and leave the area.
3. Once away from the pipeline, call the City of Hawarden at 1-712-551-2565, as well as your local fire or police department.
4. DO NOT Operate anything that may ignite a gas leak (cellular telephones, lighters, flashlights, vehicle ignition, two-way radios, light switches, garage door openers, etc.)
5. DO NOT go near the area. Keep others away from the site.
6. DO NOT attempt to shut off any valves or extinguish any fires.
Beginner Internet Class — The library will be offering a beginning internet class on Tuesday, May 15th at 1 p.m. Call 551-2244 to register. This class is for the beginner--one who has had little or no internet experience. Class size is limited.
Summer Reading Program — Remember to register your children for the library's summer reading program,"Get a Clue @ Your Library." Registration begins May 14. Call the Library for details — 551-2244.
On May 22nd at 1 p.m. author Marjorie Klemme Flados will be speaking at the Hawarden Public Library. Flados has written the book THE ROAD FROM SPINK (where history and humor merge). Join us at the library for a great program about the importance of laughter. A book signing will follow the program and refreshments will be served.
Thursday, May 17th
The morning will begin with a tour of Ground Effects Landscaping followed by a short demonstration. Lunch will follow at Simple Pleasure’s Tea House, a country schoolhouse oasis filled with antiques. Fee: $12.00 includes lunch.
Departure time 9:30 am, Return at 2:00 pm. To register call 551-4412.
Deadline is Monday, May 14th.
The Hawarden Swimming Pool is offering lessons this coming summer for Levels I – VII. Level I-IV will run July 9th – 20th and Level V – VII will run June 11th – 22nd. Cost is $20 for Hawarden residents and $25 for non-residents.
Registration forms can be picked up at the City Offices or the West Sioux Schools.
Deadline is Friday, June 1st.
Thursday, May 24th
4th – 6th Grade Girls: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
4th – 6th Grade Boys: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Friday, May 25th
4th – 6th Grade Girls: 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
4th – 6th Grade Boys: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
There will be no practice for Kindergarten – 3rd grade on May 24th & 25th.
The below schedule will be used for the following dates:
Tuesday, May 29th, Wednesday, May 30th, and Thursday, May 31st.
Boys & Girls K-1 Baseball & Softball: 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Boys 2ND & 3RD Grade Baseball: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Girls 4TH – 6TH Grade Softball: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Boys 4TH – 6TH Grade Baseball: 12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Schedules will be handed out the first week of practice. Games will begin on June 5th
Golf clubs are not provided for the participants.
Watch for the youth summer activity flyer that will be coming out in May. Includes creative camps and fun summer trips to the zoo, water parks, amusement parks, and more!!