The outdoor emergency warning sirens in Nelsonville, The Plains and New Marshfield will be tested at 12 noon on Wednesday, March 7, 2018, with a one minute sounding of the sirens. Residents are asked not to call local emergency agencies inquiring why the sirens are sounding.

The outdoor warning siren system is normally tested on the first Wednesday of every month at 12:00 p.m. The monthly test will be cancelled if severe weather is threatening. If severe weather cancels the test it will be postponed until the next month. There are three conditions that result in the warning sirens being activated in Athens County.

1. Severe Weather
   1. When the National Weather Service initiates a Tornado Warning for an area that includes areas of Athens County.
   2. When the National Weather Service initiates a Severe Thunderstorm Warning (winds 58+ mph, large hail, severe lightening, and heavy rains), for an area that includes areas of Athens County.
2. When there is an actual enemy or terrorist attack against the United States has been detected and is threatening areas of Athens County and protective action should be taken immediately.
3. When a public safety emergency occurs, the sirens will be used to alert the public of emergencies such as hazardous materials incidents and civil disturbances.

When the outdoor warning sirens are sounded for an emergency they will be activated for five minutes. When you hear the warning sirens you should do the following;

1. DO NOT CALL 9-1-1 to ask why the sirens are sounding as this can overload the 9-1-1 emergency response system.
2. Remember, outdoor warning sirens are just that, out-door warning. The sirens are meant to be heard outside to signal you to go indoors and tune your radio or television station to the local Emergency Alert System (EAS) Station. As homes continue to become more energy efficient and sound proofing enhanced, outdoor warning sirens that once could be heard decades ago inside of a home can no longer be heard. That’s why other means of warning are in place.
3. Go immediately to a safe area in your home or building, if high winds, severe thunder, and lightning are present.
4. If you are outside away from possible shelter, lie flat on the ground away from trees until the storm passes. If in a vehicle, get out and find a more substantial structure.
5. Carry a battery-operated radio or NOAA all hazard alert radio to your safe area. You will know when the storm or emergency has passed and when it is clear to leave your safe area.
6. The Athens County SIRENS DO NOT identify specific types of storms or emergencies; therefore, you should immediately seek shelter and tune to local television or radio for further information.

The City of Nelsonville is accepting applications for Part-Time Police Officers.

The City is building an eligibility list for potential vacancies.  Police Officers must possess an Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy, (O.P.O.T.A.) certification on or before the test date.  Applicants must pass a Civil Service Test. The test will be given on Thursday, April 12, 2018 at 6:00pm in the Nelsonville Council Chambers located at 211 Lake Hope Drive, Nelsonville, Ohio.

Application packets may be obtained at the City Manager’s Office, 211 Lake Hope Drive, Nelsonville, Ohio, from 8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday – Friday, beginning March 5, 2018 through March 12, 2018.

Deadline to submit an application is Friday, March 16, 2018 by 5:00pm. A photo I.D. is required to gain admittance into the test. A $20.00 fee will be charged for the application/ exam packet and must be paid when picking up the packet.