Extreme Heat and Sun Safety
Summers in our area are famous for high temperatures and humidity. Heat waves cause many dangers – to people, animals and infrastructure.This post was originally published on this site
Preparedness Planning
While emergency responders and government agencies plan and train to respond to disasters of all sizes and types, it is critical for individuals and families to be able to sustain themselves until professional help can arrive or vital services, such as electricity, can be restored.This post was originally published on this site
Flood
Flooding is the most commonly occurring natural disaster. There are more disaster declarations due to flooding than any other natural event. More fatalities are flood-related than any other weather hazard.This post was originally published on this site
Hazardous Materials
Manufacturers, service providers and homeowners routinely use chemicals and other materials to improve our lives. However, these items can cause damage to buildings or the environment and physical harm to humans or animals if produced, used, transported, stored or disposed of improperly. Emergencies occur when these materials are released in ways that can harm public…
Get Involved
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Prepare for Emergencies
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Emergency Operations Center
St. Charles County Emergency Management maintains the St. Charles County Emergency Operations Center (EOC), which serves St. Charles County. The County EOC coordinates with the cities within St. Charles County, as well as neighboring jurisdictions and state and federal agencies during emergency activations. Monitoring weather and satellite data, to provide warnings and information to the…
Severe Weather
Learn about severe weather and what to do before, during, and after a thunderstorm or tornado.This post was originally published on this site
Winter Storms
When temperatures drop below normal and winter storms bring precipitation, staying safe and warm may be difficult. Extremely cold temperatures and brisk winds can lead to life-threatening situations, while snowy or icy roads can make transportation treacherous.This post was originally published on this site
Earthquake
Missouri is in “earthquake country.” The fault zones capable of producing damaging earthquakes in Missouri are constantly active. This post was originally published on this site