A Kansas town has installed a new tornado siren that will warn residents not only by tones, but by talking. Garden City said Monday that it is testing the siren, which includes “voice-activated prompts” south of the Charles O. Stones Intermediate Center. The city said the new system will allow for clearer instructions during severe weather events and other emergencies. The voice prompts will only be used during real emergencies to provide guidance and help residents respond quickly and appropriately, the city said.
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