Florence County Emergency Management

Florence County Emergency Management Through planning, training and exercising we prepare ourselves, our citizens and response personnel

An early PSA from Florence County Highway Department regarding an upcoming road closure and detour. 👷‍♂️👷‍♂️👷‍♂️👷‍♂️👷‍♂️...
08/13/2026

An early PSA from Florence County Highway Department regarding an upcoming road closure and detour.
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08/03/2026

NNO 2026!!!

Near-surface wildfire smoke continues to cycle across the area. Hazardous AQI (Air Quality Index) is expected across muc...
07/16/2026

Near-surface wildfire smoke continues to cycle across the area. Hazardous AQI (Air Quality Index) is expected across much of the region today including Florence County.

People with heart or lung disease, older adults, and children should reduce prolonged exposure or heavy exertion. The Wisconsin DNR has an Air Quality Advisory in effect until at least noon Friday.

Tips to consider while the wildfire smoke continues to make the air quality unhealthy.😶‍🌫️

✔️ Avoid outdoor activity as much as possible.
✔️ Wear an N95 respirator fitted correctly.
✔️ Set your air conditioner to recirculate mode (only if you have fresh air intake).

Learn more: https://ow.ly/SyPX50Zoiuy

Smoke from wildfires in Minnesota and Canada has moved into Wisconsin. This creates unsafe air quality, and has prompted...
07/15/2026

Smoke from wildfires in Minnesota and Canada has moved into Wisconsin. This creates unsafe air quality, and has prompted our Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources partners to issue a statewide alert which remains in effect until 1pm Thursday, July 16.

Depending on where you live, the Air Quality Index is expected to reach the orange level, unhealthy for sensitive groups – red, unhealthy for everyone – or purple, very unhealthy.

With the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Air Quality Advisory and the heat, it's important to keep an eye on your health.

✔️ Avoid strenuous outdoor activities.
✔️ Stay inside an air conditioned building and keep windows closed.
✔️ Know the signs of heat-related illness and what actions to take.

➡ Learn more about advisories and what they mean: dhs.wisconsin.gov/climate/air.htm
➡ See the in your county: airquality.wi.gov

It's going to be H-O-T today and for the next few days! ♨️With hot temperatures, it's important to know the signs of hea...
06/30/2026

It's going to be H-O-T today and for the next few days! ♨️

With hot temperatures, it's important to know the signs of heat-related illness.🥵

👉 Heat exhaustion: dizziness, thirst, heavy sweating, nausea, and weakness. Act fast by moving to a cooler area and sipping cool water.

👉 Heat stroke: confusion, dizziness, and possible unconscious. Call 9-1-1 immediately!

The good news? There's a few steps to stay safe:

🚰 Stay hydrated.
📱 Be informed.
🧊 Keep cool.
👀 Be aware how you're feeling.

Remember to also protect your pets when it's hot outside!😺🐶🐰

🚫 NEVER leave pets inside a vehicle on hot days, even with the windows open.
💧 Give plenty of water.
👀 Keep an eye on their health, they can get heat exhaustion or heat stroke too!
🏠 Move indoors, if possible.
🐾 Pavement holds heat - use caution when taking pets for walks to avoid burns to their paws/pads

Learn more at https://readywisconsin.wi.gov/extreme-heat/

🌟‼️REMINDER: MOCK CAR ACCIDENT SIMULATION EXERCISE taking place today (3/14/2026)‼️🌟
05/14/2026

🌟‼️REMINDER: MOCK CAR ACCIDENT SIMULATION EXERCISE taking place today (3/14/2026)‼️🌟

Wisconsin Statewide Tornado Drills canceled for 2026For Immediate Release‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️MADISON, Wis....
04/15/2026

Wisconsin Statewide Tornado Drills canceled for 2026

For Immediate Release

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MADISON, Wis. – The annual statewide tornado drills scheduled for Thursday, April 16, 2026, are being canceled in light of recent severe weather events that have impacted communities across Wisconsin. There will not be an alternative date for these drills.

The decision comes as emergency management, local agencies, and people are actively responding and recovering from the impacts of these recent storms. ReadyWisconsin determined proceeding with the scheduled drills would place additional strain on already stretched resources as many communities continue to deal with storm impacts, assessing damage, and supporting affected family members and loved ones.

“While tornado preparedness is critically important, our immediate priority is on the safety and recovery of those impacted by these recent storms,” said Wisconsin Emergency Management Administrator Greg Engle. “We recognize the value of these drills, but at this time, our communities need the flexibility and focus on real-world responses.”

ReadyWisconsin encourages people to still be informed about tornado safety, review personal emergency plans, and remain vigilant year-round for potential severe weather and tornadoes. Resources and guidance on tornado safety can be found at https://readywisconsin.wi.gov/tornadoes/.

The next statewide tornado drills for Wisconsin are scheduled for April 15, 2027.

Do you know where your tornado safe place is located?👉 For houses and apartments: Get to the lowest level of the buildin...
04/15/2026

Do you know where your tornado safe place is located?

👉 For houses and apartments: Get to the lowest level of the building. Go to an interior room away from windows.
👉 If you are in a mobile home, you may need to leave if a tornado watch is issued and head to a safer and more sturdy building. This is to allow you time to get to a safe location before a tornado warning is issued.

Severe Weather Awareness Week in Wisconsin is this week!⛈️🌪️Take steps to be prepared for and know what to do when sever...
04/13/2026

Severe Weather Awareness Week in Wisconsin is this week!⛈️🌪️

Take steps to be prepared for and know what to do when severe weather strikes, whether you are at home, school or work.

Don't Forget!⬇️
The annual Wisconsin Statewide Tornado Drills will occur on April 16 at 1:45 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. pending any severe weather threats.

04/13/2026

April 12-18th is National Telecommunicators Week.

We want to thank our dispatchers for all you do. We know you are often forgotten behind the scenes, but we genuinely appreciate all you do. You are the calm voice for callers and responders alike and truly the unseen heroes of emergency response.

🌟THAK YOU! 🌟

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501 Lake Avenue-Suite 266, PO Box 410, Florence, WI 54121
Florence, WI
54121

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