City Emergency Management Agency (CEMA)

The City of St. Louis Emergency Management Agency (CEMA), a division of the Department of Public Safety, maintains an ongoing program of prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery

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Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance Instructions for individuals to apply for May 16 tornado-related disaster assistance through FEMA. The deadline to apply is August 11. Service Page
Obtain Assistance Delivering Donation Drive Items for Tornado Relief Organizations collecting donations for tornado relief can request a truck, trailer or storage pod to load donations to be taken to a local distribution warehouse. Service Page
Report a Problem with the Outdoor Warning Sirens Report a problem with the outdoor warning sirens during testing, or sirens not being heard at your location during a tornado warning. Service Page
Report Hazardous Chemical Inventory Information on submitting the Missouri Tier II form for hazardous chemicals and extremely hazardous substances to local organizations Service Page
Sign Up for Emergency Alerts via NotifySTL Receive alerts for severe weather, critical incidents, service disruptions, and evacuations of buildings or neighborhoods. Service Page

News and Announcements

Precautionary Boil Water Advisory Issued for Parts of South City
The advisory was due to low water pressure caused by a broken water main.
Press release | Water Division,City Emergency Management Agency | 06/19/2025
City of St. Louis Opens Emergency Stabilization Program RFPs to Support Tornado Recovery
RFPs to close June 20, 2025, for Tornado-Damaged Residential Building Stabilization Services and Program Management Services–Emergency Stabilization.
Press release | Building Division,City Emergency Management Agency,Office of the Mayor | 06/18/2025
Tornado Recovery Assistance Available Through Multiple Organizations
Residents impacted by the tornado have several ways to connect with resources and assistance this week.
News/Announcement | City Emergency Management Agency | 06/16/2025