Clinton County Emergency Management Agency, Iowa

05/04/2026

CERT Basic 2026 is in the books!

Over the course of three days, our 13 participants trained on Disaster Psychology, Run-Hide-Fight, Disaster Preparedness, Fire Safety and Utility Controls, Disaster Medical Operations, and Light Search and Rescue. All performed admirably, and were terrific students!

Emergency Management could not have provided this training without the help of many volunteers, instructors, and other community partners. We are truly grateful for all of their contributions!

04/27/2026

Severe weather risk for the afternoon/ evening 4/27 has diminished but still exists. Primary threat is scattered storms with damaging winds and brief tornadoes.

04/27/2026

Several possible scenarios for severe weather tomorrow 4/27. Stay weather aware!

04/20/2026

Dermot has several medical conditions that make this situation especially urgent:
Suffers from a Traumatic Brain Injury
May be confused or disoriented
Is hearing impaired
Walks with a cane
Experiences frequent seizures
Has been without his medication
Due to these factors, Dermot may be vulnerable and in need of immediate assistance.
If you see someone matching this description, contact law enforcement right away.
📞 If you have any information on Dermot’s whereabouts, please call the Clinton Police Department 563-243-1458 or dial 911 immediately.
Your help could make all the difference in bringing Dermot home safely. Please share.

04/18/2026

If your property sustained damage in the storms tonight 4/17, please consider submitting a damage report.

*This self-report tool is not a 911 service. If there is an immediate, life-threatening need after a storm, please call 911.*

04/17/2026

04/17: Clinton County is under tornado watch until 8pm tonight. We will continue to monitor tonights severe weather and update as soon as we obtain more information.

12:40 PM CDT: A Tornado Watch has been issued for parts of Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri and Wisconsin until 8 PM CDT. Expect all hazards (tornadoes, large hail, damaging winds, and flash flooding), including some significant impacts. Be weather aware and multiple ways to receive warnings!

04/16/2026

Clinton County Emergency Management Agency would like to express our sincere gratitude to Casey's in Dewitt, IA, for their generous donation of pizza and bottled water in support of our first responders during last night's incident near Welton.

First responders are often required to remain on scene for extended periods, making access to food and water a significant challenge. The staff at Casey's who were working last night responded quickly to our request and ensured we had the supplies needed to support first responders working the incident.

We are truly grateful for the generosity of community partners that support those who serve. Thank you!

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04/16/2026

04/16: Another round of severe weather is approaching tomorrow evening. The main threat will be damaging winds. Please make sure you stock up on household supplies and adjust accordingly if you plan to travel.

As always, we will continue to monitor and provide up-to-date information when it is available.

04/15/2026

Today 4/15 severe storms possible late afternoon/evening.

Another round of strong to severe storms will be seen across the area late this afternoon/evening as a cold front sweeps through the area. All severe risks will be possible, especially this evening.

04/14/2026

04/14/2026: Clinton County will be under a Tornado Watch until 10pm tonight. Multiple agencies are monitoring, and we will update as soon as we receive more information.

A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin until 10 PM CDT.

04/14/2026

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 - 9:00 A.M.

Please see the updated graphic from the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center, which introduces a Level 2 tornado intensity threat that includes portions of northern Clinton County through tonight. If a tornado develops in this area, it has the potential to reach EF3 or higher. This does not mean that tonight's storms are guaranteed to produce a tornado, only that they are likely to be more significant if they do form.

As always, stay weather aware, have multiple ways to receive warnings, and take appropriate protective actions when necessary.