City of Aurora Emergency Management

06/11/2026

Our EOC is activated and staffed with all three EMA staff accompanied by our incredible volunteers! We are monitoring various weather products and radars! ⛈

🏠🏢 If your home or business experiences damage due to the incoming storms, please consider completing our Self-Reporting Damage Assessment Survey! Your responses help us get a complete picture of damage around the City and is the first step in determining whether a disaster declaration needs to be made.

📝 Link to survey: https://arcg.is/00ieDf0

06/11/2026

⛈️ Following the forecasted storms this evening, the Aurora Emergency Management Agency (AEMA) asks residents and business owners to consider completing a Self-Reporting Damage Assessment Survey to report damages to private property.

Responses to the survey help AEMA identify the location and severity of storm damage and determine where in-field damage assessments may be needed.

Please note that completing this voluntary, no-cost survey does not replace reporting damages to your insurance company and does not guarantee disaster assistance. However, the information provided helps the City assess community impacts and supports the disaster declaration process, which may make disaster funding available.

📲 Complete the survey today at https://arcg.is/00ieDf0.

This survey is for private damage only. To report damage to public property (downed trees, flooded roads, etc.), visit www.myaurora311.com to submit a ticket.

Beware of scams at this time. Do not provide financial information or make payments to anyone claiming they can guarantee disaster assistance or expedite aid. City staff and emergency responders will never ask for payment to complete a damage assessment or disaster assistance application.

❗ For additional safety actions and tips on how to avoid scams after storms, make sure to review AEMA's awareness tips on what to do After The Storm at https://loom.ly/iHuGULU.

06/11/2026

⛈️ City of Aurora Activates Temporary Storm Shelter At Aurora Transportation Center

The City of Aurora will be opening the Aurora Transportation Center, located at 233 N. Broadway, from 2:30 P.M. to 7 P.M. to serve as a temporary shelter from the severe weather scheduled to hit the area.

According to the National Weather Service, severe storms are expected to come to Aurora between 3 P.M. and 7 P.M., featuring a strong threat of damaging winds, hail, localized flooding, and isolated tornadoes.

Residents are encouraged to have multiple ways to receive weather warnings, and, when possible, take shelter to avoid the severe weather.

06/11/2026

‼ TORNADO THREAT Thursday, June 11 ‼

🌪 THIS EVENING, June 11: There is a threat for strong (EF-2+) tornadoes across northern Illinois this afternoon between 4 and 8 PM. The highest threat will be in the dark red shaded area, which includes Aurora.

☔ Heavy downpours may cause ponding on roads and in low-lying areas.

🚗 TURN AROUND, DON'T DROWN. Know alternate routes.

🌟 Take tornado warnings seriously. Be sure to have more than one way to get warnings and know your shelter spot.

⚡ Stay weather aware throughout the day by following US National Weather Service Chicago Illinois

06/10/2026

06/10/2026

Aurora is in store for an active weather pattern over the next 48 hours! ‼⛈🌪

🥵 TODAY 6/10: What has stayed the same? Humid conditions persist. Today will be the hottest day of the week with peak heat indices approx. 95-100°F. Stay hydrated and take frequent breaks inside.

⛈💨 NEW TODAY 6/10: The severe storm threat is forecasted to be between 1-7pm for the region and more specifically 3-6pm for Aurora. The storms are forecasted to bring a main concern for damaging/destructive (up to 75mph) winds. A second wave of thunderstorms might come through between 7pm and 11pm with a lull in storms overnight.

🟧⛈🌪 TOMORROW 6/11: What has stayed the same? Threat for all severe hazards including tornadoes, destructive winds (up to 75mph), and hail (up to 2in).

🟧⌚ NEW TOMORROW 6/11: The first window of storms is forecasted for about 11am - 3pm and is forecasted to stay north of Aurora. The second window of storms is the largest concern. It's forecasted for about 3pm - 9pm and is expected to bring the forecasted hazards areawide. The risk for flash flooding has increased slightly.

We'll be watching the weather closely today and tomorrow. Follow trusted sources like US National Weather Service Chicago Illinois for more information!

Have at least two ways to get weather warnings! In addition to a cell phone, we recommend a NOAA Weather Radio! 📻

06/09/2026

Northern Illinois, including Aurora, will see an active weather pattern this week! ⛈🌪

⛈ TODAY 6/9: Humid conditions throughout the day and an isolated storm threat in the evening hours into tomorrow.

⛈💨🥵 TOMORROW 6/10: Humid conditions persist with a severe storm threat in the afternoon bringing a main concern for damaging winds. This will be the hottest day of the week with peak heat indices at 95-100°F. Stay hydrated, take frequent breaks inside, and wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothing.

🌪🟧 THURSDAY 6/11: Threat for all severe hazards including tornadoes, destructive winds (up to 75mph), and hail (up to 2in). This is the day we're watching closely, as timing and favored locations are still uncertain! Follow trusted sources like US National Weather Service Chicago Illinois for more information!

☔ The overall flood threat for this week is at a 1 or 2 on a scale of 0-4. If you live in a low-lying area or near a stream, be on alert.

Have at least two ways to get weather warnings! In addition to a cell phone, we recommend a NOAA Weather Radio! 📻

06/09/2026

🐾 June is Pet Preparedness Month!

Microchipping your pet is a simple step that can make a big difference if you become separated during an emergency or disaster.

A microchip helps shelters, veterinarians, and animal response teams reunite lost pets with their families faster.

Don’t forget to keep your contact information updated with your pet’s microchip company, too!

Prepared pets = peace of mind. 🐶🐱

06/05/2026

New preparedness step is added for today only! 🌟
Step 1. Grab a donut! 🍩😉
Step 2. Build a Kit 🎒
Step 3. Make a Plan! 📝

🍩 Happy National Donut Day! 🍩

Donuts may be sweet, but preparedness is even sweeter!

While you’re enjoying your favorite donut today, take a minute to check one small thing off your preparedness list:

✅ Check your emergency kit
✅ Make sure you have more than one way to receive alerts
✅ Review your family emergency plan
✅ Know where you would shelter during severe weather

Preparedness doesn’t have to be scary — sometimes it starts with coffee, donuts, and a quick plan.

What’s your favorite donut? 👇

06/05/2026

Are you looking for something FREE to do on Mon. June 15th from 7-9pm?! 🤔

We've got just the thing for you! 🤩 Come join us for a FREE community training event - You are the Help Until Help Arrives! ‼

👉 To learn more and to register: https://YouAreTheHelpAurora.eventbrite.com

📍 Where: Aurora Police Department - Community Room
🕰 When: Monday, June 15, 2026 from 7 - 9 PM.

The 'You are the Help' training teaches the basic skills to keep a someone alive and safe between the time an incident occurs until emergency responders/professional help arrives. 🚑💨

Don’t just be a bystander. Register for this FREE training to build the confidence to save a life! 👍