On the KMOJ Morning Show, Jay Haapala joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings to discuss how Minnesotans, especially older adults, can prepare for severe weather season as storms, floods, and emergencies become more likely. Representing AARP Minnesota, he highlights the unique vulnerabilities many older residents face, including mobility challenges, healthcare needs, and limited access to resources during disasters. He shares practical steps families can take now, from building emergency kits and securing important documents to signing up for local alerts and connecting with organizations like American Red Cross and The Salvation Army. Haapala also warns about the surge of scams that often follow disasters, including fake contractors, impersonators, and fraudulent charities targeting vulnerable populations. The conversation emphasizes staying informed, taking small preparedness steps, and remaining cautious to protect both safety and finances during emergencies.
What is KMOJCast?
Select programming from KMOJ's airwaves and community voices. Since first going “on the air” in 1976, KMOJ-89.9-FM continues its legacy as the community-oriented station located in Minneapolis, Minnesota airing a predominantly urban adult contemporary format.
“KMOJ’s Community Viewpoint” is one way the station achieves its mission of engaging, supporting and empowering Communities of Color to elevate the way of life of the people of its community and to challenge social and economic disparities, and the persistent consequences of historic racism.
The station call letters, “KMOJ” were inspired by the Swahili word “UMOJA” which means “Unity.” http://kmojfm.com/