(KLZA)-- A storm spotter training class sponsored by the National Weather Service Office in Valley, Nebraska will be held Thursday, March 14 at the Southeast Community College Learning Center, located at 3200 Bill Schock Boulevard in Falls City.

This event will be a combined program for both Richardson and Nemaha counties and will begin at 7 p.m.

A storm spotter training class for Johnson and Pawnee counties is scheduled for Wednesday, February 29, at the Tecumseh Community Building located at 355 Clay Street.

The programs will last approximately 60 - 90 minutes. Pre-registration is not required. Those wishing to attend one of the programs can attend any of the sessions, regardless of where you live.

The program will provide basic understanding of thunderstorm structures, spotting techniques, reporting criteria, safety information and procedures.

Online spotter courses are also available at Skywarn Spotter Online Training Modules.

Online field guide and cloud charts can also be downloaded for free by visiting www.weather.gov/oax.