LA PLATA, Md. — Residents of La Plata can expect to hear emergency sirens on Saturday, December 7, 2024, as the town conducts its routine biannual testing of early warning devices. Starting at 10 a.m., the 30-minute test will include both siren alerts and audible messages to assess the system’s operational readiness.
The testing is carried out in partnership with the Charles County 911 Communications Center, which oversees and manages the system for the town. This twice-yearly test typically takes place in early May and early December.
Siren locations throughout La Plata include:
- Charles Street: In front of the Charles County Courthouse
- Curley Hall Road: Near the Town’s Wastewater Treatment Plant and the Quailwood Subdivision
- Clarks Run Subdivision
- King’s Grant Subdivision
- Shining Willow Way: Adjacent to the La Plata Volunteer Fire Department
Preparedness Encouraged
Emergency management officials are urging residents to use the testing as an opportunity to review their emergency plans. In the event of a real emergency, residents are advised to:
- Stay tuned to local radio stations for critical updates.
- Keep an emergency kit with supplies, including a battery-operated or hand-crank radio for power outages.
- Identify a safe area within their homes to take shelter.
For additional details about emergency preparedness or the siren testing process, contact the Town of La Plata or visit its official website.
