The Metropolitan Emergency Managers Committee introduced a new series of seven citizen preparedness videos in March 2012. The series uses two characters, Disaster and Preparedness, to provide emergency preparedness information in a lighthearted way. Fun and education for the entire family! Each Monday a new episode will roll out, so check back each week. Click here to access the videos.

Are you and your family prepared for an emergency? If phone lines were down, if cell phones didn't work, if you couldn't get to the grocery store for a few days -- what would you do? If you had to evacuate -- where would you go?

Disasters can happen anytime and anywhere. When disaster strikes, you may not have much time to respond. The time to plan for a disaster is now, before it happens.

• Create a Supply Kit: Keep enough basics on hand for your family-- water, food, first aid supplies, etc. Keep the items that you would most likely need during an evacuation in an easy-to-carry container, such as a large, covered trash container, a backpack or a duffle bag. Click here to learn more.
• Have a Plan: Meet with your family and talk about why you need a disaster plan. Decide on a meeting place and identify emergency contacts. Click here to learn more.
• Stay Informed: Know what the risks are in your area and how to prepare for each. Click here to Learn more

Check out this app to receive emergency weather alerts on your iPhone. There are many more great features too. Click here to obtain more information.

Unlike outdoor sirens, all-hazards radios save lives by alerting people who are indoors when severe weather approaches. They can also alert people in homes, schools and businesses to other types of emergencies. These radios provide constant, useful and up-to-date weather information. They are equipped with a special alarm tone that will sound an alert and give immediate information in a life-threatening situation.  Weather radios can be purchased at many local retailers.

Madison County is in the process of implementing a new warning system. It is a reverse type 911 system where if there is a warning of any type in the county you will receive a text message on your phone. There is no cost involved unless you have a pay per message plan for your phone. Please check with your cell carrier for details. This is a work in progress as we are just beginning the first steps of implementing it. To sign up for the service click here or the nixle icon.

Click here or the severe weather icon to learn more about the warning sirens installed around Fredericktown. 

Having a safe room in your home can protect your family and save the lives of those you care about.  Find answers to your questions about building a safe room by clicking here or the FEMA icon.

Click here or the NOAA icon to view the current weather warnings, watches, and advisories. The link will provide you with up to date information about tornado warnings and watches, thunderstorm warnings and watches, burning flags, flood advisories, wind advisories, special weather statements, and hazardous weather outlooks.

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