NW Indiana District 1

03/21/2026

Integrated Public Safety Commission - Indiana (IPSC) combining into Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) effective July 1, 2026.

03/16/2026

Indiana District 1 Skywarn is seeking volunteer storm spotters - licensed amateur and GMRS radio operators from northwestern Indiana.

You can find a copy of your certification in the transcripts section of your MetEd portal or from an NWS spotter training course. Below are two examples of certificates:

03/15/2026

"Beyond the Warning: A Look at Weather Forecasting and Preparedness" (In Person):

This free, brand new, and open-to-the-public 2-hour in-person seminar will take place 6:30 to 8:30 PM this Thursday evening, March 19, 2026 in the Anderson Library and Conference Center, Indiana University Northwest, 130 W 35th Ave, Gary IN, 46408.

During the seminar, NWS meteorologists will talk about how thunderstorms develop, how to prepare for severe weather, and how to interpret radar data. Participants will also walk through a forecast scenario, going through a behind-the-scenes look at how NWS meteorologists craft a forecast. The content of the seminars is suitable for anyone age 12 and above.

Pre-register at:
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/beyond-the-warning-tickets-1982300911388?aff=oddtdtcreator

12/24/2025

Rest in peace Andrew (Andy) Finick, Jr. W9FXT. Ham radios reach places that no other radios can, but I think Heaven may have different frequencies. We will miss you down here; thank you for sharing your gift of communication with the District and so many others. Over and Out, we'll take it from here.

10/31/2025

As you get ready to go Trick Or Treating tonight, make sure to take a picture of your ghosts and goblins and use it to update your profile.

Smart911.com is a free program for those in Porter and Lake counties. It creates a safety profile only seen by you and 911 dispatchers. Upload your family's pictures, emergency contact information and more.

Download the app today and make your free safety profile.

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/smart911/id1413223852

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ravemobilesafety.mysmart911

10/30/2025

Need Food Resources? • Dial 2-1-1 or Click IN211.org
• Click the blue food button:
• Type in a zip code & click enter
• View listings of food resources nearest that zip code.

10/05/2025

10/04/2025

Indiana 10-4 Day statewide emergency & auxiliary communications exercise...

10/01/2025

𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 - 𝟏𝟎/𝟏, 𝟐:𝟒𝟓 𝐀𝐌

Maria has been located and is back at her residence.

Thank you to all the personnel from the various agencies who assisted in the search for Maria. Many thanks also to those who shared the Silver Alert information. Much appreciated!

The statewide Silver Alert has been canceled.

——————

𝐒𝐈𝐋𝐕𝐄𝐑 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓

The is investigating the disappearance of Maria EDWARDS, a 68-year-old female, 5’0”, 110 lbs., brown hair with hazel eyes, last seen wearing a blue hooded sweatshirt, blue jeans, and blue sneakers.

Maria is missing from a rural Union Township residence. She is believed to be in extreme danger and may require medical assistance.

If you have any information on EDWARDS, please call (219) 326-7700 or 911.

09/28/2025

📣 Calling All Northwestern Indiana District 1 First Responders: Telecommunicators • Police • Fire-Rescue • EMS • Amateur Radio • EMA 🚨
Registration is open for the third annual Indiana 10-4 Day!!

Saturday morning, October 4th — is Indiana “10-4 Day!”
9:00 am to 12:00 Noon Central Time
at Munster Fire Dept Station #2, 550 Fisher Street, Munster, Indiana.

Interoperability needs arise suddenly. Too often, we realize DUSTY PLANS and RUSTY PRACTICES fail us in those moments.

On 10-4 Day, the Integrated Public Safety Commission - Indiana (IPSC) is conducting a statewide interoperability exercise — hands-on, realistic, and designed to sharpen radio communications, coordination, and readiness before the next incident occurs.

Why Participate?
✅ Test your communications plans in real scenarios
✅ Identify gaps and strengthen mutual aid responses
✅ Improve safety for you and your fellow responders
✅ Build familiarity with other agencies, talkgroups, and systems

Who’s Invited:
Telecommunicators • Police • Fire-Rescue • EMS • Emergency Management • Amateur Radio — all are welcome!

We heard in the exercise there will be a chance of 🌪️ ⛈️ and even 👽.

Any 911 PSAPs and ISP RDCs can "PLAY IN PLACE"

Learn more here at IPSCs 10-4 Day page:
https://www.in.gov/ipsc/Divisions/training/annual-10-4-day/

To register your participation: https://forms.office.com/g/C0trqjYtdd

09/10/2025

THIS Saturday, September 13th from 9AM to 1PM, First Responder Appreciation & Demonstration Day (FRADD) is finally here!

Here is just some of what you will find at this free & family-friendly event happening on the MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus:

🚒 Antique firetruck & live fire demonstrations
📚 100 free kids’ books (and other prizes) in the “Find a First Responder” search
🎯 Hands-on archery with Indiana DNR
🚁 Helicopter landings & drone demos
🐕 K-9 search & rescue and officer demonstrations
🚓 Bomb squad & SWAT demonstrations
🪢 Rope rescues & interactive self-defense demos
👧 Fingerprinting, challenge courses, and even a chance to drive an excavator!

Plus…
🎶 Live music from Guns N’ Hoses
🍕 Food trucks: Big Mike’s, Mustache Lilly Brick Oven Pizza, Valpo Velvet, and Donut NV
🎟️ Giveaways & more than 30 raffle prizes (including a new TV!)

Come see where first responders train and what they do to keep us safe!
Learn more: https://bit.ly/fradd2025