CEMA News and Announcements
News releases and announcements of interest to the general public.
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Residents Encouraged to “Start a Conversation” During National Preparedness Month
09/03/2024 - September is National Preparedness Month. The 2024 theme encourages everyone to talk about emergencies and take steps to get ready and stay safe. -
Excessive Heat Warning Issued Until 7pm Thursday, 8/1
07/30/2024 - The National Weather Service in St. Louis has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for the City of St. Louis -
St. Louis Region to Conduct Dense Urban Terrain Emergency Exercises July 15-17
07/14/2024 - Residents should avoid the 8th Street side of Busch Stadium, as Clark and 8th Streets will be closed to traffic during daylight hours. -
Audible Siren Testing - Thursday, July 11, 2024
07/10/2024 - Siren testing will occur between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. -
CEMA Announces Upgrades to Outdoor Warning Siren (OWS) System, Encourages Residents to Sign Up For NotifySTL, with PSAs Available in an Additional Six Languages
04/23/2024 - A total of $3.9 million has been allocated toward the replacement and ongoing maintenance of this system. -
National Emergency Preparedness Month 2023
08/24/2023 - September is Emergency Preparedness Month. The 2023 theme is preparation for older adults. Preparing for disasters is protecting everyone you love. -
Excessive Heat Warning Issued Until 10pm Friday, 8/25
08/20/2023 - The National Weather Service in St. Louis has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for the City of St. Louis -
Excessive Heat Warning Issued Until 9pm Saturday, 7/29
07/27/2023 - The National Weather Service in St. Louis has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for the City of St. Louis -
Heat Advisory Issued for Wednesday through Friday
07/25/2023 - Heat index values of up to 109°F are expected and hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. -
City of St. Louis Outlines Preparations for Possible Winter Storm
01/24/2023 - City of St. Louis joins the NWS to urge residents to take precautions and preventive measures during and after the storm. -
City of St. Louis Winter Storm Response Update
12/23/2022 - An update from City departments on our ongoing winter weather response. -
City of St. Louis Outlines Preparations for Possible Winter Storm, Recommends Residents Plan Ahead, Take Precautions if Traveling
12/21/2022 - The National Weather Service (NWS) declares a Winter Storm Watch and Wind Chill Watch for our region beginning Thursday, December 22. -
Recovery Update St. Louis-Area Flooding
11/22/2022 - If you've applied for FEMA assistance prior to the Nov. 7 deadline, you should keep in touch with FEMA if your situation has changed. -
FEMA Individual Assistance for Missouri Flooding Application Deadline is November 7
11/07/2022 - People directly affected by the July 25-28 severe storms and flooding have just one day left to apply for FEMA disaster assistance. -
One Week Left for Missourians to Apply for FEMA Individual Assistance
11/01/2022 - City, County and St. Charles County residents have just one week left to apply for FEMA disaster assistance before the Nov. 7 deadline. -
FEMA Experts Offer Free Advice at Local Stores to Help you Rebuild Safer and Stronger
10/14/2022 - You can speak directly with FEMA specialists at local home improvement stores. -
FEMA Opens New Disaster Resource Center in South City Ahead of November 7 Relief Application Deadline
09/15/2022 - Center opening to provide one-on-one assistance to people directly affected by the July 25-28 flooding and severe storms. -
Disaster Recovery Center Opening in O’Fallon, Missouri (Closed September 14)
09/01/2022 - Center opened September 1-14 to provide one-on-one assistance to people directly affected by the July 25-28 flooding and severe storms. -
National Emergency Preparedness Month 2022
08/26/2022 - September is Emergency Preparedness Month. The 2022 theme is A Lasting Legacy. Preparing for disasters is protecting everyone you love. -
REALTORS® Provide $500,000 in Relief After Historic Floods
08/24/2022 - Missouri, St. Louis and St. Charles REALTORS® make $500,000 in Disaster Relief available to Missouri Residents impacted by the July 2022 flooding. -
Disaster Recovery Center to Open in St. Charles County
08/19/2022 - The center will provide one-on-one assistance to people directly affected by the July 25—28 flooding and severe storms. -
Disaster Recovery Center Opens in St. Louis City to Assist Flood Survivors
08/17/2022 - The center will provide one-on-one assistance to people directly affected by the July 25—28 flooding and severe storms. -
Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Hazelwood to Assist Flood Survivors
08/15/2022 - The center will provide one-on-one assistance to people directly affected by the July 25—28 flooding and severe storms. -
White House Grants St. Louis Area Federal Disaster Declaration Following Late July Flooding and Storms
08/08/2022 - State MARC locations remain open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at Friendly Temple Church -
State of Missouri Requests Federal Disaster Declaration for City of St. Louis
08/04/2022 - Flood Survivors to Visit Two-Day Resource Center -
Multi-Agency Resource Center for Flood Survivors Announced for City of St. Louis
08/03/2022 - MARCs provide trained experts in areas like housing, insurance, food stamp replacement, and mental health counseling. -
City of St. Louis Provides Update on How to Support Flood Victim Recovery Efforts
07/31/2022 - Mayor Jones joined CEMA Commissioner Sarah Russell and Alderwoman Pam Boyd (27) at St. Louis’ fourth resource center in Walnut Park -
City of St. Louis Continues to Add Additional Support and Resources to Community Following Recent Floods
07/31/2022 - Community outreach and support to flood victims by agencies and partners continues to expand in response to this past week’s storms. -
City of St. Louis Deploying Mobile Command Centers in Hard-Hit Neighborhoods, Emergency Resources for Residents Impacted by July Flooding
07/29/2022 - The City has set up Mobile Command Centers in hard-hit neighborhoods like Ellendale and Kingsway West to connect impacted residents with resources. -
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones Declares State of Emergency in St. Louis City Following Record Rainfall, Flooding
07/26/2022 - The disaster declaration will enable the State of Missouri, if granted, to request federal support to bring relief to residents and small businesses -
Ahead of 4th of July, City of St. Louis Reminds Residents of Dangers of Illegal Fireworks Use
06/27/2022 - Firefighters, veterans urge residents to stay safe and leave fireworks to the professionals -
2022 Missouri Severe Weather Preparedness Week
03/07/2022 - Will be observed the week of March 7 - 11, 2022 -
National Emergency Preparedness Month 2021
09/01/2021 - September is Emergency Preparedness Month. The 2021 theme is Prepare to Protect. Preparing for disasters is protecting everyone you love. -
Excessive Heat Warning Issued (August 10-12, 2021)
08/11/2021 - The St. Louis region continues to experience dangerously hot conditions, with heat index values expected as high as 110 degrees. -
Severe Weather Preparedness Week March 1-5, 2021
03/01/2021 - CEMA joins the state of Missouri in observing Severe Weather Preparedness Week starting Monday, March 1, 2021. -
February is Earthquake Awareness Month
01/29/2021 - CEMA is encouraging all St. Louisans to know your risk, take action, and be an example in your neighborhood. -
Annual Great Central U.S. Shakeout Set For October 15, 2020
10/14/2020 - All residents and businesses in the City of St. Louis encouraged participate -
City of St. Louis Emergency Management Agency encourages residents and businesses to take action during National Preparedness Month, September 2020
08/31/2020 - September is National Preparedness Month -
Severe Weather Preparedness Week: March 2nd – March 6th
03/02/2020 - Review emergency procedures and prepare for weather related hazards. -
Health Officials Closely Monitoring 2019 Novel Coronavirus
01/27/2020 - No cases have been reported in the City of St. Louis. The City of St. Louis Dept. of Health is monitoring the virus with other public health partners. -
City of St. Louis Launches Upgraded "NotifySTL" Emergency Alert System
12/12/2019 - Text STLCEMA to 888777 or Enroll Online at www.stlouis-mo.gov/notifystl -
National Emergency Preparedness Month 2019
08/27/2019 - September is Emergency Preparedness Month, the 2019 theme is Prepared, Not Scared. -
CEMA Severe Weather Awareness Week Coloring Contest
02/19/2019 - Preparedness is a whole community effort! -
Important Information Regarding CEMA Emergency Notifications
12/17/2018 - Changes effective today alter what messages residents will receive by text message. -
Get Ready to Shake Out on October 18, 2018
10/01/2018 - The self-led drill will begin at 10:18 a.m. local time -
National Emergency Preparedness Month 2018
08/31/2018 - September is Emergency Preparedness Month -
International ShakeOut Day is October 19th 2017
10/17/2017 - Drop, Cover and Hold On at 10:19 a.m. -
August 21 Solar Eclipse Information and Resources
08/14/2017 - When, where, and how to safely view the upcoming solar eclipse -
City of St. Louis Conducts Emergency Evacuation Drills at City Government Buildings
05/23/2017 - On the morning of Tuesday, May 23, 2017, employees at City Hall and the 1520 Market Street building will participate in emergency drills. -
Tornado Drill for City Employees
03/01/2017 - All City departments encouraged to participate on Monday, March 6, 2017 at 11 a.m. -
Tornado Drill Planned by the City Emergency Management Agency
02/28/2017 - A Tornado Drill is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 6, 2017. -
City of St. Louis CLOSED Today Due to Ice Storm
01/13/2017 - Emergency Operations Center Activated -
City of St. Louis Winter Operations in Effect Through Weekend
01/12/2017 - Emergency Operations Center Activated Ahead of Predicted Ice Storm -
SBA Disaster Loans Available
09/21/2016 - Reminder that federal disaster loans are available -
City of St. Louis to Participate in Severe Weather Awareness Week March 13-19, 2016
03/07/2016 - The City of St. Louis Emergency Management Agency (CEMA) will participate in Missouri Severe Weather Awareness Week from March 13-19, 2016. -
Charles 'Charlie' Stevenson Dies
08/06/2014 - Services set for Noon, Tuesday, Aug. 12 -
City Asks Residents to Sign Up for Free Emergency Notifications
03/04/2012 - Nixle sends warning text messages and/or emails to keep people safe during emergencies -
Free Nixle Service is a Must for Everyone
03/08/2011 - Nixle sends warning text messages and/or emails to keep people safe during emergencies -
No Siren Test Today
03/07/2011 - City's test will be conducted at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, March 10 as part of Missouri Severe Weather Awareness Week
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