Hamilton County Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency

Hamilton County Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency Providing residents of Hamilton County, OH up to date information on how to prepare for all hazards.

Hamilton County EMHSA will be using Facebook as a supplemental channel to disseminate information and promote activities including community outreach and educational efforts. For more in-depth information, please visit our website: www.hamiltoncountyohioema.org.

Rising temperatures put you at a greater risk of experiencing heat-related illnesses. Make sure you know the signs of he...
06/10/2026

Rising temperatures put you at a greater risk of experiencing heat-related illnesses. Make sure you know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke along with the actions to take when you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms.

Protect pets and service animals by making an emergency kit. Use this checklist to gather essential supplies for your pe...
06/08/2026

Protect pets and service animals by making an emergency kit. Use this checklist to gather essential supplies for your pets and remember to store items in an easy-to-carry bag or bin.

Take a pet selfie to make sure you and your furry friends are prepared for emergencies and disasters! Keep a current pho...
06/05/2026

Take a pet selfie to make sure you and your furry friends are prepared for emergencies and disasters! Keep a current photo of you with your pets in your emergency kit and on a digital cloud in case you become separated during an emergency.

The Outdoor Warning Siren test is TODAY at 12PM. Reminder: the sirens are for *outdoor warning* and aren’t guaranteed to...
06/03/2026

The Outdoor Warning Siren test is TODAY at 12PM. Reminder: the sirens are for *outdoor warning* and aren’t guaranteed to be heard indoors. To be sure you hear about tornado warnings and other important emergency notifications, sign up for alerts at alerthc.org

Including first aid supplies in your emergency kit is essential to being prepared for emergencies and disasters. Use thi...
05/28/2026

Including first aid supplies in your emergency kit is essential to being prepared for emergencies and disasters. Use this checklist to make a first aid kit that includes supplies you may need to treat minor injuries or illnesses.

05/27/2026

Alert HC:

Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued May 27 at 3:32PM EDT until May 27 at 6:45PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.

* WHERE...The following counties, in Indiana, Dearborn, Franklin,
Ripley and Union and the following counties, in Ohio, Butler,
Hamilton, Montgomery, Preble and Warren.

* WHEN...Until 645 PM EDT.

* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 332 PM EDT, radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly in the advisory area. Additional rainfall amounts of
1 to 2 inches are possible.
- Some locations that may experience flooding include...
Hamilton, Middletown, Fairfield, Mason, Oxford, Miamisburg,
Forest Park, Sharonville, Monroe, Blue Ash, Trenton,
Franklin, Springdale, Harrison, Batesville, Carlisle,
Brookville, Bright, South Middletown and West Chester.

05/26/2026

Alert HC:

Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued May 26 at 1:44PM EDT until May 28 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

* WHERE...The following counties, in Indiana, Dearborn, Fayette,
Franklin, Ohio, Ripley, Switzerland, Union and Wayne, the
following counties, in Kentucky, Boone, Bracken, Campbell,
Carroll, Gallatin, Grant, Kenton, Lewis, Mason, Owen, Pendleton
and Robertson, and the following counties, in Ohio, Adams, Brown,
Butler, Champaign, Clark, Clermont, Clinton, Darke, Delaware,
Fairfield, Fayette, Franklin, Greene, Hamilton, Highland, Hocking,
Licking, Logan, Madison, Miami, Montgomery, Pickaway, Pike,
Preble, Ross, Scioto, Shelby, Union and Warren.

* WHEN...From late tonight through late Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- A warm front will lift north across the Ohio Valley later
tonight into Wednesday. Several rounds of showers and
thunderstorms will be possible. Widespread rainfall amounts
of up to an inch can be expected with local amounts of 2 to 3
inches possible.

Make sure you're prepared for power outages that may be caused by severe weather. Follow these tips to prepare for power...
05/26/2026

Make sure you're prepared for power outages that may be caused by severe weather. Follow these tips to prepare for power outages and sign up for Alert HC to stay informed about weather conditions at alerthc.org!

05/23/2026

Alert HC:

Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued May 23 at 12:04PM EDT until May 25 at 3:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH..The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a Flood
Warning for the following rivers...

Great Miami River at Miamitown.

Great Miami River near Middletown.

* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Great Miami River at Miamitown.

* WHEN...Until early Monday morning.

* IMPACTS...At 20 feet, flooding occurs along Harrison Avenue east
of the River, as well as Riverfront West Softball Park. Flooding
also occurs downstream of Miamitown in Miami and Whitewater
Townships.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 11:45 AM EDT Saturday the stage was 15.7 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise above the flood
stage of 16 feet early this afternoon and crest near 19.7
feet Sunday morning. It will then fall below flood stage
early Monday morning.
- Flood stage is 16 feet.

05/23/2026

Alert HC:

Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued May 23 at 12:46AM EDT until May 23 at 9:54AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH..The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a Flood
Warning for the following rivers...

Mill Creek at Evendale.

* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Mill Creek at Evendale.

* WHEN...Until late this morning.

* IMPACTS...At 12.0 feet, Lowland flooding of the Mill Creek
floodplain occurs with water approaching some buildings along the
creek.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 11:45 PM EDT Friday the stage was 10.4 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage
early this morning to a crest of 12.5 feet early this
morning. It will then fall below flood stage early this
morning.
- Flood stage is 12.0 feet.

Address

111 Tri-County Parkway
Cincinnati, OH
45246

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15132638200

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