Senator Lana Theis, who represents Michigan’s 22nd district in the state senate, used her social media platform on March 18, 2026, to remind residents about severe weather preparedness and to recognize a local veteran.
In an early morning post on March 18, Senator Theis issued a warning regarding statewide safety drills: ” Reminder: Michigan’s statewide tornado drill is tomorrow at 1 PM
Severe weather has already turned deadly this month.
Take a few minutes tonight to review your safety plan so you’re ready.
You may only have 10–15 minutes—or less—to act.
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Later that day, she posted another message as the drill approached: ” Tornado Drill at 1 PM today
Less than an hour to go. Take a minute now to review your safety plan.
In a real emergency, you may only have minutes to act.
#MITornadoDrill #BeWeatherReady #SafeInMichigan https://t.co/7NNVELoF3p” This message emphasized the importance of being prepared for emergencies where response time can be limited.
On the same day, Senator Theis also recognized local military service. She wrote: “This March, we are proud to recognize James Gurney as Livingston County’s Veteran of the Month.
James Gurney served in the United States Navy from 1972 to1978, undertaking the demanding role of a submariner. He was stationed aboard the USS Sturgeon and the USS Howard W. Gilmore,” highlighting Gurney’s six years of service in challenging submarine assignments during his tenure with the U.S. Navy.
March often brings severe weather risks in Michigan, making public reminders about tornado preparedness especially relevant during this period. Recognizing veterans such as James Gurney is part of ongoing efforts by state officials to honor military service members for their contributions at both local and national levels.
