Sullivan County Emergency Management Agency

06/02/2026

06/02/2026

June 1 marks the beginning of Atlantic hurricane season!

Every household has different needs in an emergency. Update your emergency supplies now and make sure your kit includes items for children, older adults, pets and anyone who may need medication or medical equipment during a storm.

06/02/2026

This Wildfire Awareness Month, take steps to prevent fires! During critical fire weather, don't burn yard waste & debris or do any activity that may cause sparks. Strengthen your home against wildfires with tips from ready.gov/wildfires

05/13/2026

05/03/2026

⚡ May is National Electrical Safety Month ⚡
A simple reminder can make a big difference: never overload outlets or power strips. Plugging in too many devices can cause overheating and increase the risk of electrical fires.

05/02/2026

Keep you and your fellow drivers SAFE! Slow down, move over and give them the space they need.

*Move Over laws vary. Check your state's specific laws.

05/02/2026

🔥 THE DANGER IN THE KITCHEN WHILE COOKING

The kitchen is one of the most common places where fires start.

It only takes one mistake:
- oil overheats
- food ignites
- flames spread fast

⚠️ COMMON KITCHEN FIRE RISKS:
• Unattended cooking
• Grease/oil fires
• LPG gas leaks
• Electrical appliances overheating
• Flammable items near the stove (towels, paper, curtains)

❌ WHAT CAN HAPPEN:
• Fire spreads to cabinets and ceiling
• Thick, toxic smoke fills the house
• Burns and injuries
• Fast-moving house fire

✔ HOW TO STAY SAFE:
• Stay in the kitchen while cooking
• Keep a lid nearby to smother flames
• Turn off LPG/gas when not in use
• Keep cooking area clean and clear
• Check appliances and cords regularly

❌ AVOID THIS:
• Leaving cooking unattended
• Using water on grease fires
• Wearing loose clothing near flames
• Overloading electrical outlets in the kitchen

💡 REMEMBER:
A small flame in the kitchen can become a big fire in seconds.

🔥 Stay alert. Stay in control. Prevent the fire.

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04/30/2026

Severe weather — including large hail and possible tornadoes— is expected to stretch across parts of the U.S. over the coming days. ⚠️⛈️

If you must venture out, pay attention to the forecast and keep these tips in mind. ⤵️

04/30/2026

Join Sparky's Fire Safety Challenge by using the checklist. Color the paw prints green for safe items, red for unsafe, and yellow if unsure.

Share your progress using and let's keep our homes safe together!

Download here: https://nfpa.social/3FUEbiY

04/29/2026

One more round of showers and storms today, most likely to impact northeast TN and southwest VA. Hail and Wind are the primary hazards, especially if these clouds break up and we get some sun heating up the atmosphere.

Keep an eye on the radar so you don't get caught outside in a quick thunderstorm