Sumner County EMA

Sumner County EMA By law the Sumner County Emergency Management Agency is directed to be the lead agency for managing any disaster in Sumner County.

Through the guidance and leadership of Director Ken Weidner, we manage the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) when activated due to a disaster or emergency. The EOC is the heart of large scale incidents and emergencies that is staffed by key personnel from involved communities. These personnel work together under the National Incident Management System in effort to manage the incident and provide f

or the safety of citizens by coordinated responses and thorough mitigation. The Sumner County Emergency Management Agency is often called upon by other agencies to assist in marine incidents, locating lost or endangered persons, hazardous materials incidents, traffic direction and special events. We are fortunate to possess equipment that is not operated by other agencies to assist us in the response to incidents that requires special equipment.

The last day to apply for FEMA Individual Assistance (IA) for residents impacted by Winter Storm Fern is Wednesday, June...
05/29/2026

The last day to apply for FEMA Individual Assistance (IA) for residents impacted by Winter Storm Fern is Wednesday, June 10th, 2026. FEMA and SBA representatives will be on site today and tomorrow at the Gallatin Public Utilities office located at 239 Hancock St in Gallatin from 7a-7p.

These operations will then move to Macon County from Monday, June 1st through Saturday, June 6th at the Macon County Administration Building located at 201 Nature Trl Way in Lafayette. 7a-7p.

You can do the following at these Disaster Recovery Centers:

- Apply for Assistance: Get help filling out your application for Individual Assistance.

- Case Status Updates: Check the progress of your existing application and resolve issues.

- Submit Documents: Staff can help you scan and upload required paperwork.

- Specialist Consultations: Speak with Small Business Administration (SBA) loan officers or hazard mitigation specialists.

05/14/2026

If you have ice storm brush, listen to Toby’s message.
Thank you.

05/03/2026

TENNESSEE HIGHWAY PATROL SEEKS INFORMATION ON FATAL HIT-AND-RUN CRASH IN SUMNER COUNTY

NASHVILLE– The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) is seeking information that may aid in the investigation of a fatal hit-and-run crash in Sumner County. Preliminary information indicates that a hit-and-run driver struck a pedestrian on Saturday, May 2, around 1:15 a.m. in Sumner County. The crash occurred on Hwy 386 (Vietnam Veterans Boulevard) eastbound at mile marker 4 in Hendersonville.

Investigators recovered a passenger side door mirror at the scene matching the make and model of the following vehicles: a 2017–2022 Ford F-250/F-350 or possibly a 2021–2025 Ford F-150.

Anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has information regarding the whereabouts of the driver or vehicle is encouraged to contact the Tennessee Highway Patrol Emergency Dispatch Communications Center at 615-986-4986, press 0, and request to speak with Trooper Noble Phillips of the Tennessee Highway Patrol Criminal Investigations Division.

Update DRC schedule.Sumner County Mobile DRC schedule and operating hours:Gallatin Public Utilities 239 Hancock Street G...
05/02/2026

Update DRC schedule.
Sumner County Mobile DRC schedule and operating hours:
Gallatin Public Utilities
239 Hancock Street
Gallatin Tn. 37066


Saturday, May 2 0700-1900

Sunday, May 3 1300-1700

Monday, May 4 0700-1900

Tuesday, May 5 0700-1900

Wednesday, May 6 0700-1900

Thursday, May 7 0700-1900

Friday, May 8 0700-1900

Saturday, May 9 0700-1900

Severe Thunderstorm Warning in effect for central and southern Sumner County.. until 3:45am..70 mph winds and pea sized ...
04/28/2026

Severe Thunderstorm Warning in effect for central and southern Sumner County.. until 3:45am..70 mph winds and pea sized hail possible.. a tornado is also possible.

Tornado Warning for southern Sumner County.. until 3:15am..
04/28/2026

Tornado Warning for southern Sumner County.. until 3:15am..

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for parts of Sumner County.. until 2:45am.. 60 mph wind gusts and quarter sized hail possibl...
04/28/2026

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for parts of Sumner County.. until 2:45am.. 60 mph wind gusts and quarter sized hail possible.

Tornado Watch expanded to include Sumner County.. in effect until 5am.
04/28/2026

Tornado Watch expanded to include Sumner County.. in effect until 5am.

04/27/2026
FEMA Disaster Assistance:Applications for residents affected by Winter Storm Fern may be accomplished using one of the m...
04/24/2026

FEMA Disaster Assistance:
Applications for residents affected by Winter Storm Fern may be accomplished using one of the methods listed below.
If you would like to apply in-person, a Mobile Registration Intake Center will be at Gallatin Public Utilities, 239 Hancock Street in Gallatin April 27-29, 9am to 6pm.

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255 Airport Road
Gallatin, TN
37066

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+16154527584

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