Monroe County EMA

Good afternoon. Please be prepared for potential severe weather tonight! While most of the severe weather is forecasted to the west and north of our county, that can change fast! Please do the following to help in being prepared:

-Make sure your weather radio is operational and has batteries for back up!

-Be prepared for power outages!

-Be prepared for flooded roadways and flooded bridges! TURN AROUND DONT DROWN!

-We are forecasted for possible high winds! Make sure you have your patio furniture, trash cans, trampolines, tents, campers, etc. secured so residents a few blocks over don't take ownership of them!

-REMEMBER OUTDOOR WEATHER SIRENS ARE FOR PEOPLE OUTDOORS! Outdoor sirens are not intended to be heard inside your home or business!

Be attentive of updates on the radios, televisions, and TRUSTED social media sites.

Stay safe everyone! Enjoy your weekend!

A strong cold front will lead to the development of severe thunderstorms over northwest Missouri this afternoon. These storms will track southeast into the area this evening into late tonight. Thunderstorms will weaken, but exactly where and how soon remains uncertain. Check weather frequently to ensure you catch the latest updates and have multiple ways to receive warning information.

Questions and challenge of the day.....Are you prepared for a disaster? Do you have a disaster kit for your home in the event of a disaster? When a disaster strikes Monroe County you and your loved ones have to be prepared and ready to be isolated and "on your own" possibly until emergency personnel can get to you! Please click on this link and help us, help you and be prepared! Click the link and see what you need to create your own disaster kit! Please feel free to contact our office anytime if you need assistance or have questions!

Build A Kit | Ready.gov These resources teach you to build an emergency kit filled with the items you need to survive on your own for several days after a disaster. After an emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days. Being prepared means having your own food, water and other supplies to last for sever...