Wayne County Emergency Management Agency

Wayne County's Level 1 Travel Advisory to EXPIRE at 12noon 1/26/2023 from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle

Wayne County's Level 1 Travel Advisory to EXPIRE at 12noon 1/26/2023 from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle Wayne County Travel Advisory (Level I ) will expire at 12:00 P.M.-1/26/2023   From:          Wayne County Sheriff’s Department, Emergency ...

Wayne County: Level 1 Travel ADVISORY to go into effect at 12:00am (midnight) 1/25/2023 from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle

Wayne County: Level 1 Travel ADVISORY to go into effect at 12:00am (midnight) 1/25/2023 from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle Wayne County Issues Travel Advisory (Level 1) for Snow Accumulations   From:          Wayne County Sheriff’s Department, Emergency ...

WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 1 PM EST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy wet snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4
to 6 inches.

* WHERE...Portions of East Central and Southeast Indiana and
Southwest and West Central Ohio.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 1 PM EST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of East Central and Southeast Indiana,
Northeast Kentucky and Central, South Central and West Central
Ohio.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM EST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.
Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may
result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 26 IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS

IN EAST CENTRAL INDIANA

FAYETTE IN UNION IN WAYNE

Today is the Monthly test of the Outdoor Warning Sirens at noon.

Wayne County's Level 2 Travel Watch Terminated- Travel Status back to "normal" from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle

Wayne County's Level 2 Travel Watch Terminated- Travel Status back to "normal" from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle Level II Watch (Essential Travel) Snow Emergency Has Been Terminated   On December 23, 2022 at 3:00 P.M. the Wayne County Commissioners declared a Level II Travel Watch (Essential Travel) ...

Wind Chill Advisory until 12:00PM Sunday from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle

Wind Chill Advisory until 12:00PM Sunday from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle * WHAT...Very cold wind chills continuing. Wind chills as low as 20 below zero. * WHERE...Portions of East Central and Southeast Indiana and Central, South Central, Southwest and West Central ...

The Level 2 Travel Watch (Essential Travel Only) remains in effect, and will throughout the rest of the weekend. Winds continue to be sustained at 20mph with frigid temperatures, both of which should slowly improve throughout Christmas day. Again, travel levels only apply to county roads, the City of Richmond streets, and the Town of Centerville streets (defined by county ordinance and interlocal agreements with those communities).
For further explanation/definitions of the travel levels, visit:https://www.co.wayne.in.us/web/dept/ema/FACTSHEET.pdf

We truly appreciate the efforts of all of our first responders and street/road/highway crews that are trying to keep the roads open and as safe as possible this holiday weekend.

Winter Weather Advisory until 01:00PM from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle

Winter Weather Advisory until 01:00PM from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle * WHAT...For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 24 below zero. For the Winter Weather Advisory, blowing snow expected. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. ...

Wind Chill Warning until 07:00AM Saturday from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle

Wind Chill Warning until 07:00AM Saturday from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle * WHAT...For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills continuing. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero. For the Winter Storm Warning, blowing snow continuing. Winds gusting as high as 55 ...

Winter Storm Warning until 07:00AM Saturday from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle

Winter Storm Warning until 07:00AM Saturday from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle * WHAT...For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills continuing. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero. For the Winter Storm Warning, blowing snow continuing. Winds gusting as high as 55 ...

Wind Chill Advisory until 04:00PM Saturday from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle

Wind Chill Advisory until 04:00PM Saturday from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle * WHAT...For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills continuing. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero. For the Winter Storm Warning, blowing snow continuing. Winds gusting as high as 50 ...

Wayne County Commissioners issue Level 2 Travel Watch

Level II WATCH- Essential Travel Permitted
Snow Emergency Declared in Wayne County

On December 23rd at 3:00 P.M. the Wayne County Commissioners declared a Level II Travel Watch - Essential Travel Permitted Snow Emergency to be in effect in Wayne County, the City of Richmond, and the Town of Centerville. With ice, heavy snow accumulations, and blowing and drifting snow, road conditions will deteriorate rapidly during the night. This Snow Emergency shall remain in effect until weather and road conditions improve sufficiently to ensure routine safe travel.

There are so many resources available directly to you to know weather & road conditions:

1) https://511.in.org INDOT's website to see live pictures and videos from traffic cameras and you can also see the location of INDOT's snow plows and the conditions they are experiencing

2) Going east?... Ohio has a very similar website; https://ohgo.com/

3) Are we under a Travel level? The state's website to view travel levels can be found here: https://www.in.gov/dhs/traveladvisory/ or there is also an app available for your smartphone.

4) Sign up for alerts from us by visiting Nixle; https://local.nixle.com/wayne-county-emergency-management-agency/

Please DO NOT call your local police department or the dispatch center with your road condition questions. This allows our telecommunicators to remain available to 911 calls and responder needs.

Wayne County: Level 1 Travel Advisory to go in effect at 9:00pm 12/22/2022 from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle

Wayne County: Level 1 Travel Advisory to go in effect at 9:00pm 12/22/2022 from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle  Wayne County Issues Travel Advisory (Level 1) for Snow Accumulations, Blowing, and Drifting Snow   Authority:   Commissioners Ordinance 2003-003 Date:  Thursday, ...

Additional emergency warning shelter information from the City of Richmond, Indiana

I am opening our Municipal Building as a warming station, starting at 8pm tonight (Thursday, December 22nd). We will allow individuals an opportunity to get out of the cold and warm up in the Hutton Room. If you need a warming station, or know of someone that does, please enter the South door (as seen in the photo below) and walk down the hallway to the Hutton Room. It will be staffed by the Richmond Fire Department and other City Team volunteers.

The Hutton Room will be available as a warming station until 8am Monday (December 26) morning.

Warming stations are intended for short-term use and will have minimal accommodations. The City Building will offer water and restrooms.

The Richmond Municipal Building is located at
50 N 5th St.

We encourage everyone to check on friends and neighbors, particularly those at higher risk for extreme winter weather such as the elderly, individuals with disabilities or medical conditions, people experiencing homelessness, and any other vulnerable citizens.

The City of Richmond is dedicated to keeping all its residents safe. We hope this warming station will help those in need during this time.

If you have a question, please contact the Richmond Police Department non-emergency line at (765) 983-7247. If there is an emergency, please dial 911.

What to know if traveling for the Holidays

Will you be traveling over the upcoming holidays? If so, there are some safety steps you should take.

TAKING TO THE HIGHWAY

Make sure your car is in good condition for a road trip.
Pack an emergency preparedness kit, supplies and a first aid kit in your vehicle.
Share travel plans with a family member or friend.
Check the weather before departing and along your route. Plan for travel around any storms that may be coming.
Be well rested and alert.
Buckle up, slow down and don’t drive impaired.
Follow the rules of the road and use caution in work zones.
Give your full attention to the road. Avoid distractions such as cell phones.
Make frequent stops. During long trips, rotate drivers. If you’re too tired to drive, stop and get some rest.
If you have car trouble, pull off the road as far as possible.

Wind Chill Warning until 04:00AM Saturday from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle

Wind Chill Warning until 04:00AM Saturday from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle * WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills ...

While snow is absolutely mentioned and predicted for our area, the larger concern is for the intense winds and extreme cold temperatures. Wind chills of -25°F to -30°F are forecasted for Friday morning. Please check on your family, friends, and neighbors during this winter event.

Winter Storm Warning until 05:00PM Friday from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle

Winter Storm Warning until 05:00PM Friday from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle * WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, combination of snow, blowing snow, and wind expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. For the Wind Chill Watch, ...

Wayne County's Temporary Warming Stations from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle

Wayne County's Temporary Warming Stations from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle With the bitter cold forecasted for our area and dangerous windchills, organizations and volunteer groups throughout the county have graciously agreed to provide temporary warming stations for ...

WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING (12/22/2022) THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON (12/23/2022)...

* WHAT...Combination of snow, wind, blowing snow, and very low
wind chill possible. Total snow accumulations of up to two
inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph. Wind chill
could be as low as 30 below.

* WHERE...Portions of East Central Indiana and West Central Ohio.

* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Blowing snow could
significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could
impact the Friday morning commute as well as holiday travel.
Strong winds could cause tree damage. The cold wind chills as
low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as
little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will drop sharply in the
matter of a few hours during Thursday night, rapidly falling
well below freezing.

You don’t have to travel to the artic or high altitudes to feel the effects of cold temperatures. Learn how to avoid cold weather injuries and what to do if you find yourself in a dangerous situation due to the cold.

Most people get cold injuries because of accidents, severe unexpected weather, or poor planning. Take steps to avoid cold weather injuries.

Wear warm clothing in several loose layers.
Wear a tightly woven, wind-resistant coat or jacket.
Wear inner layers of light, warm clothing as well as mittens, hats, and scarves.

Make sure your equipment is appropriate for the weather, climate, and activities.
In wet conditions, choose waterproof shoes that have good traction.

Stay dry, your body loses heat quickly when wet.
Sweat and wet clothing can chill the body rapidly and increase heat loss.
If you’re actively moving, remove extra layers of clothing whenever you feel too warm or start to sweat.

Do not ignore shivering.
Shivering is an early sign that your body is losing heat.
Constant shivering is a sign you need to find shelter and get warm.

There is a winter weather headed our way. We encourage residents to prepare now for below normal temperatures and the chance of some precipitation. Be weather aware and take the necessary precautions.

Winter Weather Advisory until 3am Sunday, December 18, 2022

* WHAT...Snow continuing. Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. Falling temperatures will lead to slick conditions.

* WHERE...Portions of East Central Indiana and Central and West Central Ohio.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Although snowfall accumulations will be light, falling temperatures will continue to allow for slick conditions on roadways and surfaces. Please use caution if you travel tonight.

Instructions:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. Additional information can be found at www.weather.gov/iln as well as on our Facebook and Twitter pages.

https://local.nixle.com/alert/9819211/?sub_id=0

Advisory: Wind Advisory until 10:00AM Saturday

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. Winds will become northwest Saturday morning.

* WHERE...Portions of East Central Indiana and Central and West Central Ohio.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

* AFFECTED AREAS: WAYNE ... HARDIN ... MERCER ... AUGLAIZE ... DARKE ... SHELBY ... LOGAN ... UNION ... DELAWARE ... MIAMI ... CHAMPAIGN
Instructions:
Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Snow Squall Awareness Day Monday November 21st, 2022

Every winter hazardous weather including snow, sleet, and freezing rain moves through the region. One particularly dangerous hazard is snow squalls. A snow squall is an intense short-lived burst of heavy snowfall that leads to a quick reduction in visibilities and is often accompanied by gusty winds. The combination of a quick reduction in visibilities and sudden slick conditions on roadways can often lead to high speed wrecks, pileups, and subsequently injuries and fatalities.

In recent years, the National Weather Service has started issuing Snow Squall Warnings to alert motorists and help mitigate the impacts of snow squalls on the roadways. In order to raise increased awareness on snow squalls and snow squall safety, additional snow squall awareness information will be shared on November 21, 2022 for Snow Squall Awareness Day.

Winter Weather Preparedness Week 2022 is November 7–13

Travel Advisory Map
https://www.in.gov/dhs/traveladvisory/
Indiana County Travel Status Map
(during February 2021 storm)
Winter Weather Preparedness

The Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS), state partners and emergency personnel work to protect Hoosiers whenever hazardous weather happens across Indiana. Knowing where to find travel information and preparing ahead of time for all types of winter weather is important so Hoosiers can reduce their risk to harm.

County Travel Status Map
On February 14–16, 2021, between 6 and 12 inches of snow and strong winds created dangerous travel conditions and prompted most counties across Indiana to issue local travel advisories. These advisories were shared on news outlets and also shown on the IDHS statewide county travel status map. Many state agencies, private sector partners and non-governmental organizations rely on the map to make safe decisions during winter weather conditions. Counties decide whether to issue travel advisories, watches or warnings, and the map updates in real time when a county emergency management agency reports its county's updated travel status to the state. Be sure to check the map during the winter, and follow the winter safety tips below.

Not Just Snow and Ice
Cold temperatures, snow and freezing rain are common throughout Indiana from November through March each year. But Hoosiers should be prepared for other weather hazards during the wintertime too.

Tornadoes can occur at any time of the year, as outbreaks in December 2015 and November 2013 showed. In December 2021, a deadly EF4 tornado ravaged western Kentucky and ended 20 miles south of the Indiana border. Review tornado safety tips
Sometimes temperatures are warm enough that winter storm precipitation remains rain. In February 2018, record rainfall between 5 and 9 inches created widespread flooding, with numerous rivers reaching major flood levels and several setting new records. Review flooding safety tips

Wind Advisory until 09:00PM Saturday from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle

Wind Advisory until 09:00PM Saturday from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle * WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of East Central and Southeast Indiana, Northern Kentucky and Central, South Central, Southwest and West ...

Dense Fog Advisory until 11:00AM from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle

Dense Fog Advisory until 11:00AM from Wayne County Emergency Management Agency : Nixle * WHAT...Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. * WHERE...Portions of East Central and Southeast Indiana and Southwest and West Central Ohio. * WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT Thursday. * ...

Halloween Safety Tips and Trick or Treat times.

It is that time of year where dinosaurs, superheroes, and Disney characters will be walking the neighborhoods. Halloween may be a fun holiday for children, but for parents the holiday can be a little tricky. To help parents and children have a safe and enjoyable Halloween, the Indiana State Police Pendleton District offers the following tips:

The Costume
• Keep costumes short to prevent little ones from trips and falls.
• Try make-up instead of a mask. Masks often obstruct a child's vision, which makes tasks like crossing the street and going up and down stairs dangerous.
• Make sure children wear light colors, avoid black to make sure they can been seen easily.
Trick or Treating
• Have an adult accompany young children on the neighborhood rounds.
• Make sure older children trick-or-treat with friends. Together map out a safe route so parents know where they will be.
• Remind your children never enter a stranger's home or vehicle.
• Encourage children to trick-or-treat while it's still light out. If children are out after dark, make sure they have flashlights, glow sticks, and travel on well lighted streets.
• Follow your communities trick-or-treating hours.

Treats
• Remind children not to eat any of their treats until they get home.
• Check out all treats at home in a well-lighted area.
• Only eat unopened candies and other treats that are in the original packaging. Remember to inspect fruits for anything suspicious.

Motorists
• Watch for children walking on roadways, medians and curbs.
• Enter and exit driveways and alleys carefully.
• At twilight and later in the evening, watch for children in dark clothing.
• Discourage new, inexperienced drivers from driving on Halloween.

Halloween times:
Wayne County Locations Dated Time
Cambridge City 10/31 6-8p
Centerville 10/31 5-8p
Dublin 10/31 6-8p
Fountain City 10/31 5-8p
Glen Miller Park 10/29 5-7p
Greensfork 10/29 5-7p
Hagerstown 10/31 6-8p
Milton 10/31 6-8p
Richmond 10/29 6-8:30p
Richmond (Depot Dist.) 10/31 5-7p
Williamsburg 10/30 5-7p