Emergency Management Archives - The Local News App https://thelocalnews.app/tag/emergency-management/ Only what you care about Sun, 16 Jun 2024 05:47:03 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.5 https://thelocalnews.app/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/cropped-the-local-news-app-logo-512-1-150x150.png Emergency Management Archives - The Local News App https://thelocalnews.app/tag/emergency-management/ 32 32 220501511 Phoenix Monsoon Preparedness Day: Safety Tips and Updates https://thelocalnews.app/phoenix-monsoon-preparedness-day-safety-tips-and-updates/ https://thelocalnews.app/phoenix-monsoon-preparedness-day-safety-tips-and-updates/#respond Sun, 16 Jun 2024 05:46:46 +0000 https://thelocalnews.app/?p=63602 Phoenix, AZ – As the monsoon season kicks off on June 15, Phoenix city officials are actively preparing for potential storms. The City of Phoenix’s Office of Emergency Management is set to host the annual Monsoon Preparedness Day on Wednesday, emphasizing readiness and safety measures ahead of the anticipated weather challenges. What to Expect at […]

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]]> https://thelocalnews.app/phoenix-monsoon-preparedness-day-safety-tips-and-updates/feed/ 0 63602 Evacuations Ordered Due to Rose Fire in Wickenburg, Arizona https://thelocalnews.app/evacuations-ordered-due-to-rose-fire-in-wickenburg-arizona/ https://thelocalnews.app/evacuations-ordered-due-to-rose-fire-in-wickenburg-arizona/#respond Sat, 15 Jun 2024 04:10:51 +0000 https://thelocalnews.app/?p=62765 MARICOPA COUNTY, Ariz. – The Rose Fire, which ignited near San Domingo Peak Trail in Wickenburg, has prompted mandatory evacuations and the closure of US 60 in both directions. The fire, currently estimated at 200 acres, poses a threat to approximately 100 homes in the area, according to the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire […]

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]]> https://thelocalnews.app/evacuations-ordered-due-to-rose-fire-in-wickenburg-arizona/feed/ 0 62765 Adams Fire Threatens Arizona Community https://thelocalnews.app/adams-fire-threatens-arizona-community/ https://thelocalnews.app/adams-fire-threatens-arizona-community/#respond Sat, 08 Jun 2024 04:26:22 +0000 https://thelocalnews.app/?p=59295 MARICOPA COUNTY, Ariz. – The Adams Fire, a wildfire raging near Fountain Hills, has grown to over 5,000 acres, sparking concern among residents and authorities alike. As of June 6, the fire has consumed 5,029 acres and is currently 86% contained, according to officials. Community Alert The Goldfield Ranch Community, situated north of Highway 87, […]

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]]> https://thelocalnews.app/adams-fire-threatens-arizona-community/feed/ 0 59295 Severe Weather Causes Damage Near Mutual and Ames in Oklahoma https://thelocalnews.app/severe-weather-causes-damage-near-mutual-and-ames-in-oklahoma/ https://thelocalnews.app/severe-weather-causes-damage-near-mutual-and-ames-in-oklahoma/#respond Thu, 30 May 2024 18:50:58 +0000 https://thelocalnews.app/?p=55925 Severe weather wreaked havoc near the towns of Mutual and Ames in Oklahoma, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake, according to reports from Woodward County Emergency Management and Major County Emergency Management. Damage Report Woodward County Emergency Management reported significant damage near the town of Mutual, including: Additionally, broken power poles were observed […]

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]]> https://thelocalnews.app/severe-weather-causes-damage-near-mutual-and-ames-in-oklahoma/feed/ 0 55925 Severe Weather Causes Damage in Woodward County, Oklahoma https://thelocalnews.app/severe-weather-causes-damage-in-woodward-county-oklahoma/ https://thelocalnews.app/severe-weather-causes-damage-in-woodward-county-oklahoma/#respond Mon, 27 May 2024 05:28:03 +0000 https://thelocalnews.app/?p=55191 Recent severe weather in Oklahoma has led to significant damage in Woodward County, particularly near the town of Mutual. The Woodward County Emergency Management reported extensive destruction, including the loss of two barns and damage to several properties. Extent of the Damage in Woodward County The storm’s impact was felt widely across the county: Major […]

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]]> https://thelocalnews.app/severe-weather-causes-damage-in-woodward-county-oklahoma/feed/ 0 55191 Severe Storm in Oklahoma Causes Fatalities and Damage https://thelocalnews.app/severe-storm-in-oklahoma-causes-fatalities-and-damage/ https://thelocalnews.app/severe-storm-in-oklahoma-causes-fatalities-and-damage/#respond Mon, 27 May 2024 05:21:16 +0000 https://thelocalnews.app/?p=55187 Fatalities and Power Outages in Multiple Counties Recent severe weather in Oklahoma has resulted in two fatalities in Pryor, according to the Oklahoma Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. The storm caused significant disruption, leaving approximately 8,400 power outages primarily affecting Rogers, Mayes, Delaware, McCurtain, and Choctaw counties. Widespread Damage Across the State The State […]

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]]> https://thelocalnews.app/severe-storm-in-oklahoma-causes-fatalities-and-damage/feed/ 0 55187 Northeast Florida Prepares: Officials Meet Ahead of Hurricane Season https://thelocalnews.app/northeast-florida-prepares-officials-meet-ahead-of-hurricane-season/ https://thelocalnews.app/northeast-florida-prepares-officials-meet-ahead-of-hurricane-season/#respond Thu, 23 May 2024 21:31:31 +0000 https://thelocalnews.app/?p=53244 Preparing for Hurricane Season: Northeast Florida Authorities Meet for Roundtable Discussion JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Northeast Florida officials gathered Thursday morning for a roundtable discussion led by Florida Division of Emergency Management Executive Director Kevin Guthrie. The meeting included representatives from Duval, St. Johns, Baker, Nassau, and Putnam counties, aimed at addressing preparations ahead of the […]

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]]> https://thelocalnews.app/northeast-florida-prepares-officials-meet-ahead-of-hurricane-season/feed/ 0 53244 Flash Flood Warning Issued for Southwestern Canadian County and Northern Caddo County https://thelocalnews.app/flash-flood-warning-issued-for-southwestern-canadian-county-and-northern-caddo-county/ https://thelocalnews.app/flash-flood-warning-issued-for-southwestern-canadian-county-and-northern-caddo-county/#respond Fri, 17 May 2024 16:11:01 +0000 https://thelocalnews.app/?p=47317 The National Weather Service (NWS) Norman has issued a flash flood warning for Southwestern Canadian County and Northern Caddo County until 10:45 a.m. Thursday. Thunderstorms are expected to bring intense rainfall, with projections ranging from 2 to 4 inches within a single hour. Areas at Risk and Precautions Residents in areas such as Binger, Eakly, […]

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]]> https://thelocalnews.app/flash-flood-warning-issued-for-southwestern-canadian-county-and-northern-caddo-county/feed/ 0 47317 New Santa Clara County Drainage Tunnel to Mitigate Flooding Risk https://thelocalnews.app/new-santa-clara-county-drainage-tunnel-to-mitigate-flooding-risk/ https://thelocalnews.app/new-santa-clara-county-drainage-tunnel-to-mitigate-flooding-risk/#respond Sat, 11 May 2024 19:56:09 +0000 https://thelocalnews.app/?p=43122 MORGAN HILL, Calif. – The upcoming completion of a drainage tunnel beneath the Anderson Reservoir in Santa Clara County marks a significant step in flood prevention efforts, addressing past inundation risks along Coyote Creek in San Jose. Addressing Past Flood Risks Recalling the devastating scenes of 2017, when heavy rains overflowed the Anderson Reservoir, causing […]

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]]> https://thelocalnews.app/new-santa-clara-county-drainage-tunnel-to-mitigate-flooding-risk/feed/ 0 43122 Residents Allowed to Return Home After Flooding in Polk County https://thelocalnews.app/residents-allowed-to-return-home-after-flooding-in-polk-county/ https://thelocalnews.app/residents-allowed-to-return-home-after-flooding-in-polk-county/#respond Fri, 10 May 2024 15:41:18 +0000 https://thelocalnews.app/?p=41756 Residents in certain areas of Polk County, Houston, who were forced to evacuate their homes due to heavy flooding, can now return to assess the damages. The Polk County Office of Emergency Management has announced that residents in the River Lakes Subdivision, Holiday Lake Estates, and sections 3 and 5 of Siesta County subdivision can […]

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]]> https://thelocalnews.app/residents-allowed-to-return-home-after-flooding-in-polk-county/feed/ 0 41756 Officials Stress Hurricane Preparedness in Norfolk https://thelocalnews.app/officials-stress-hurricane-preparedness-in-norfolk/ https://thelocalnews.app/officials-stress-hurricane-preparedness-in-norfolk/#respond Thu, 09 May 2024 18:57:34 +0000 https://thelocalnews.app/?p=41263 As hurricane season approaches, officials emphasize the importance of preparation, particularly in vulnerable regions like Norfolk, Virginia. Importance of Preparedness Norfolk, situated along the unique coastline from the Outer Banks (OBX) to the Chesapeake Bay, stands as one of the most susceptible areas in the United States to hurricanes. High-Level Visit to Norfolk A recent […]

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]]> https://thelocalnews.app/officials-stress-hurricane-preparedness-in-norfolk/feed/ 0 41263 Governor Stitt Visits Barnsdall After EF-4 Tornado https://thelocalnews.app/governor-stitt-visits-barnsdall-after-ef-4-tornado/ https://thelocalnews.app/governor-stitt-visits-barnsdall-after-ef-4-tornado/#respond Wed, 08 May 2024 18:22:51 +0000 https://thelocalnews.app/?p=40039 Governor Kevin Stitt made a poignant visit to Barnsdall, Oklahoma, following the devastating EF-4 tornado that tore through the community. The destructive twister wreaked havoc from Monday night into Tuesday morning, prompting urgent response efforts. Assessing the Damage Stitt, accompanied by state officials, arrived in Barnsdall to survey the aftermath of the calamity. The National […]

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