If there's any more evidence that any of our state's families need for having a NOAA weather radio or all hazards radio, this is another example of having that device to warn you in the middle of the night when you aren't necessarily watching TV or listening to radio.
Nelson emphasizes the importance of NOAA weather radios for safety during severe weather.
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