Lubbock will test its tornado sirens Friday morning, and while that’s normally routine, it’s happening at a time when the world already feels a little on edge.
With headlines about tensions with Iran and security concerns surrounding major events like the Oscars, it’s understandable that some people might hear a siren and briefly wonder if something bigger is going on.
Don’t Panic: Lubbock Tornado Siren Test Scheduled for Friday
First things first: the City of Lubbock plans to test the tornado sirens at 9:30 a.m. Friday, and it’s just a test. There’s no emergency, no incoming storms, and definitely no reason to panic. Most folks in Lubbock will probably hear it and carry on with their morning, but it’s worth remembering that we’re living in a time where every day can feel like “Anything Can Happen Day.” If you hear someone at work or a friend on social media getting a little wound up about the sirens, it might not hurt to gently remind them that this one is completely routine.
As for the other worry floating around out there — the idea of drones coming all the way from Iran to the United States — experts say that’s extremely unlikely. Long-range drones capable of crossing the Pacific would need to be launched from something much closer, like a ship, and there’s no indication of anything like that happening…