York County granted $20,000 for severe weather stations

York County parks are receiving severe weather monitoring stations thanks to a $20,000 Duke Energy grant, Greg Suskin, public information manager for the county manager’s office, said in a press release on June 25.

“The technology is critical because park guests could be beyond the reach of other communications and outside and exposed to weather dangers,” he said.

“Once installed, the system will alert visitors to immediately seek shelter or provide other important weather-related instruction.”

These safety systems will be installed at Allison Creek Park, Ebenezer Park, Catawba Bend Preserve, Nanny’s Mountain, Field Day Park, Worth Mountain Park, and Woodend Park, Suskin said. 

 “Our County is committed to Premier Parks and a Safe Community, both of which are part of our Strategic Plan, and Duke’s support improves the quality of life for the residents we serve,” said Katherine Jones, York County parks & recreation director. 

“Being ready to act is key when it comes to emergency response, and Duke Energy is proud to help York County prepare to help protect their community,” Tyson Wright, Duke Energy government and community relations manager, added.