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Hurricane season begins June 1, prompting safety awareness campaigns

June 1 marks the start of the Atlantic hurricane season, prompting ongoing safety advisories from emergency management officials.

To help children learn about hurricane safety, the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) has released a new coloring book featuring its Preparedness Robot, MEMITE. The book aims to teach safety tips through engaging, age-appropriate activities.

The agency encourages families to download the coloring book as part of their preparedness efforts. The resource is available on the MEMA website at https://www.msema.org/prepare/mema-guides-and-publications.

Officials emphasize the importance of being prepared and staying informed ahead of the hurricane season, which officially begins on June 1 and runs through November 30.

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Jon R Myers

Jon R Myers is he executive editor of the Mississippi New Group, the largest digital only media company in Mississippi.

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