Barnstable County Regional Emergency Planning Committee

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BCREPC is a coalition of emergency management, law enforcement, fire service, health care, public health, public works, EMS, military, and numerous other affiliated agencies. The Barnstable County Regional Emergency Planning Committee (BCREPC) is a coalition of law enforcement, fire service, health care, public health, public works, EMS, military, and numerous other affiliated agencies as outlined

by the Massachusetts State Emergency Response Committee (SERC). It represents the towns of Barnstable, Bourne, Brewster, Chatham, Dennis, Eastham, Harwich, Mashpee, Orleans, Provincetown, Sandwich, Truro, Wellfleet, and Yarmouth in Barnstable County, and the town of Nantucket in Nantucket County. The BCREPC meets monthly to provide updates, presentations on current disaster management topics and to hold an open discussion on a variety of emergency pre-planning subjects relevant to Cape Cod and Nantucket. Our purpose is to harness the power of planning, cooperation, and interoperability to assist Cape Cod communities to mitigate the threat from any hazard which may require the response of multiple jurisdictions.

Air Quality Update for Cape Cod — Thursday, July 16 🌫️The MassDEP Air Quality Alert for Barnstable County remains in eff...
07/16/2026

Air Quality Update for Cape Cod — Thursday, July 16 🌫️

The MassDEP Air Quality Alert for Barnstable County remains in effect until midnight tonight due to smoke from Canadian wildfires.

Where we stand: As of 3 PM, Cape Cod's air quality is 73 — Moderate (yellow) on the Air Quality Index. Levels may reach Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups (orange) later today before improving tomorrow.

MassDEP advises sensitive groups — children, older adults, pregnant women, and people with asthma, lung, or heart conditions — to limit prolonged outdoor activity while the alert is in effect.

What do the colors mean? See our graphic for a breakdown of the AQI, and check our blog post for protective actions and resources: https://loom.ly/rBgQnkc

Stay informed by monitoring current air quality conditions:
🔹 MassAir Forecast: https://loom.ly/BL82A-c
🔹 EPA AirNow: https://loom.ly/P389LjU

🌫️ Air Quality Alert Issued for Barnstable CountyThe Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) has ...
07/15/2026

🌫️ Air Quality Alert Issued for Barnstable County

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) has issued an Air Quality Alert for Barnstable County and much of Massachusetts due to elevated levels of fine particulate pollution (PM2.5) from Canadian wildfire smoke.

The alert is in effect until midnight Thursday night.

According to MassDEP, fine particulate concentrations may approach or exceed levels that are Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups, including:
• Children
• Older adults
• People with asthma or other respiratory conditions
• People with heart disease

Sensitive individuals are advised to limit prolonged outdoor activity while the alert remains in effect.

Stay informed by monitoring current air quality conditions:
🔹 MassAir Forecast: https://loom.ly/BL82A-c
🔹 EPA AirNow: https://loom.ly/P389LjU

Outdoor employers and workers may also wish to review guidance from the Massachusetts Department of Labor Standards on reducing exposure to wildfire smoke.

Barnstable County Emergency Management will continue to share information from state and federal partners as conditions warrant.

📷 Photo: Smoke from Canadian wildfires creates a hazy sky over John's Pond in Mashpee on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Photo by Anna Siergie.

☀️ Hot Weather Expected Tuesday & Wednesday – Take Heat PrecautionsThe National Weather Service has issued a Heat Adviso...
07/13/2026

☀️ Hot Weather Expected Tuesday & Wednesday – Take Heat Precautions

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for much of southern New England from 11 a.m. Tuesday through 8 p.m. Wednesday. Cape Cod and the Islands are not included in the current Heat Advisory.

However, the National Weather Service's HeatRisk Forecast indicates moderate to major heat-related impacts across Cape Cod Tuesday and Wednesday. Hot temperatures and high humidity can increase the risk of heat-related illness, especially for older adults, young children, people with chronic medical conditions, outdoor workers, and those without access to air conditioning.

💧 Stay hydrated.
🏠 Spend time in air-conditioned spaces whenever possible.
☀️ Limit strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day.
👕 Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing.
❤️ Check on family members, neighbors, and others who may be vulnerable to the heat.
🚗 Never leave children or pets unattended in a parked vehicle.

📍 Cooling Center Open in Bourne

The Bourne Police Department will open a cooling center:

🗓 Tuesday, July 14 & Wednesday, July 15
🕗 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

At this time, Bourne is the only Cape Cod community to announce a cooling center. Barnstable County Emergency Management will share additional cooling center information if more locations become available.

Stay informed, stay hydrated, and stay safe.

🌀 Cape Cod! Let's Be Ready.We know how Cape Cod comes together when storms threaten. Neighbors help neighbors, and first...
07/09/2026

🌀 Cape Cod! Let's Be Ready.

We know how Cape Cod comes together when storms threaten. Neighbors help neighbors, and first responders work tirelessly to keep our communities safe.

This hurricane season, let's make it even easier—on ourselves and on those who respond when we need them most.

A little preparation now can make a big difference later.

Getting ready is simple:
✔ Make a Plan
✔ Build an Emergency Kit
✔ Know Your Evacuation Zone
✔ Stay Informed

Visit www.capecod.gov/prepare for checklists, preparedness guides, evacuation information, and other helpful resources from the Barnstable County Emergency Management Department and Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA)

When severe weather is in the forecast, follow Barnstable County, your town's official social media channels, and trusted media sources for timely, accurate information and emergency updates.

It's Hurricane Preparedness Week. It's cool to be ready.

☀️ HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FOR CAPE CODBarnstable County remains under a Heat Advisory through Saturday, July 4 as hot a...
07/01/2026

☀️ HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FOR CAPE COD

Barnstable County remains under a Heat Advisory through Saturday, July 4 as hot and humid weather continues across Cape Cod.

We're lucky to have the ocean nearby, but Cape Cod isn't getting a free pass from this heat. Warm temperatures and high humidity can still be dangerous—especially for older adults, young children, outdoor workers, and anyone without access to air conditioning.

Stay safe by:
💧 Drinking plenty of water
🏠 Spending time in air-conditioned spaces
🌤️ Limiting strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day
👥 Checking on older adults, neighbors, and others who may need assistance
🚗 Never leaving children or pets in parked vehicles

Cooling center locations and hours continue to be updated as municipalities provide information.
➡️ Find cooling centers, heat safety tips, and preparedness resources: https://loom.ly/oRCElYI

Barnstable County Emergency Management wishes everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July! Stay cool, stay hydrated, and enjoy the holiday responsibly.

Information adapted from Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and the National Weather Service.

🧊 Cooling Center Information Now Available☀️ As hot and humid weather is expected across Cape Cod this week—especially h...
07/01/2026

🧊 Cooling Center Information Now Available

☀️ As hot and humid weather is expected across Cape Cod this week—especially heading into the holiday weekend—Barnstable County Emergency Management, in partnership with local municipalities, is compiling a list of cooling centers that will be open to help residents and visitors stay safe.

Cooling center locations and hours vary by location and will continue to be added as information becomes available. Please check back regularly for the latest updates.

While you're planning your holiday activities, remember to stay hydrated, take breaks in air-conditioned spaces, avoid strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day, and check on neighbors, older adults, and anyone without access to cooling.

Find cooling center locations and hours, heat safety information, and additional preparedness resources at https://loom.ly/nDRiA9w

Find additional heat safety tips, preparedness information, and emergency resources at www.capecod.gov/EmergencyManagement

Stay safe, Cape Cod!

☀️ Hot and humid weather is expected across Cape Cod through the Fourth of July holiday weekend. According to the Nation...
06/29/2026

☀️ Hot and humid weather is expected across Cape Cod through the Fourth of July holiday weekend.

According to the National Weather Service, much of inland Massachusetts is under an Extreme Heat Watch from Wednesday through Saturday. While this watch does not extend to Cape Cod, the region will still see hot and humid conditions that can pose serious health risks.

Take steps now to protect yourself and others:
💧 Drink plenty of water.
❄️ Spend time in air-conditioned spaces when possible.
🌳 Limit strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day.
👵 Check on older adults, young children, neighbors, and anyone without access to adequate cooling.
🐾 Keep pets cool with fresh water and shade.
🚗 Never leave children or pets unattended in a parked vehicle.

Barnstable County Emergency Management, in coordination with the Barnstable County Regional Emergency Planning Committee and municipal emergency management partners across Cape Cod, will continue monitoring weather conditions throughout the holiday weekend. Should communities open cooling centers or announce additional heat-related resources, Barnstable County will share that information through its official communication channels.

Learn more about emergency preparedness:
🌐 https://loom.ly/63tODJU

Great teamwork in action! Barnstable County Emergency Management Barnstable County Regional Emergency Planning Committee...
06/26/2026

Great teamwork in action! Barnstable County Emergency Management Barnstable County Regional Emergency Planning Committee and AmeriCorps Cape Cod were proud to join our regional partners in preparing emergency shelter supplies ahead of hurricane season in Eastham. Here's to a quiet season...but we're ready if we're needed!

Hurricane season is here. Are you prepared?Atlantic hurricane season began June 1 and continues through November 30. Whi...
06/03/2026

Hurricane season is here. Are you prepared?

Atlantic hurricane season began June 1 and continues through November 30. While forecasts provide guidance, it only takes one storm to impact Cape Cod and the Islands. Barnstable County encourages residents, businesses, and visitors to take a few simple preparedness steps now before severe weather threatens our region.

✔ Review your emergency plan
✔ Build an emergency supply kit
✔ Know your evacuation zone and risks
✔ Check generators and emergency equipment
✔ Stay informed with trusted local alerts

Visit capecod.gov/emergencies for preparedness resources, emergency planning information, and evacuation guidance.

72 new cots. One stronger region.Barnstable County is grateful to the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe - Emergency Preparedness D...
03/30/2026

72 new cots. One stronger region.

Barnstable County is grateful to the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe - Emergency Preparedness Department for the donation of 72 emergency shelter cots to support Cape Cod’s regional shelter system.

This effort builds on recent collaboration during Blizzard Hernando, when the Tribe opened the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribal Community & Government Center as a warming center and overnight shelter—welcoming residents from across the Upper Cape and surrounding communities.

Partnerships like this are what regional emergency preparedness looks like in action: coordinated, responsive, and community-driven.

“These efforts strengthen our collective ability to support residents across the region,” said Commissioners Chair Mark Forest.

The cots will now be integrated into the County’s shelter system, helping ensure communities are prepared for whatever comes next.

Thank you to the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Emergency Management Department for your leadership and continued partnership.

Group photo (left to right): Mike Walker, MACC Manager; Andrew Platt, Acting Emergency Management Director; Nelson Andrews Jr., Emergency Management Director for the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe; and Adam Jonas Jr., Emergency Management Assistant.

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