Why doesn't Castle Rock have tornado sirens?

Tornado sirens, better known as outdoor warning systems, are designed for one purpose - to alert people who are outdoors of potential tornadoes. They are not intended, nor designed, to alert people in houses, businesses or vehicles of tornado warnings. Most outdoor warning systems in place in Colorado today are remnants of the old civil defense siren system. Outdoor warning systems are expensive. Based on the model that says one siren covers 1 mile, the Town would need at least 34 sirens at a cost of about $30,000 each, or $1.02 million. That amount does not include annual maintenance and fees. To be prepared in the event of tornadic activity, the Town recommends that each homeowner and business purchase a NOAA weather radio. A good radio costs $25 and $50 and can be purchased at local stores. Some even are portable. These radios will alert you to any severe weather, not just tornadoes. Residents also can register with a number of free services on the Internet to have severe weather alerts sent to their mobile devices. These steps will ensure that you get notified of severe weather whether you are at home, work or outdoors. Preparedness begins with the individual, and these are two easy steps to be more prepared.

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1. Why doesn't Castle Rock have tornado sirens?
2. How do I become a firefighter with the Castle Rock Fire and Rescue Department?
3. What are the Town's fire restrictions?
4. How do I dispose of my fire extinguisher?
5. Where can I dispose of used sharps for proper disposal?
6. Why do you send a fire truck/engine when someone calls for an ambulance?
7. What hospital will I be transported to?
8. Will I get a bill from the Fire Department if you come and rescue me?
9. How many firefighters are on duty in Castle Rock on any given day?
10. What is the CRFD shift schedule like?
11. Are all CRFD firefighters paramedics? What’s the difference between an EMT and a Paramedic?
12. Why does the fire apparatus park in the fire lane, even when not on a call?
13. Does CRFD have a fire dog?
14. Who buys the food when you are at the grocery store?