Storm spotter training by the National Weather Service is coming to the surrounding area in March.

The National Weather Service will hold in-person courses in Owen County at the Spencer Christian Church on Saturday, March 18.  This course will be 9:00 - 11:00 am.

A course in Putnam County will be Wednesday, March 23, at Putnam County EOC.  It will be in the evening from 6:00 - 8:00 pm.

Storm spotter training is free and open to the public.  The courses usually last about two hours.

To be considered an official spotter for the National Weather Service (NWS) you must be at least 18 years of age.

Virtual spotter courses will also be offered on March 21 and March 30, from 6:00 - 8:00 pm.  Another will be from 9:00 - 11:00 am on April 9.

You can click on courses on the NWS website to register.