Jackson Madison County Emergency Management Agency

05/19/2026

⚠️ Temporary Tornado Siren Outage Notice ⚠️

The Jackson-Madison County Emergency Management Agency would like to inform residents that due to ongoing construction at the University School of Jackson, the tornado warning siren serving that area is currently out of service.

This outage is expected to last approximately two weeks while work is completed and the system is restored. We are actively working to return the siren to full operation as soon as possible and will notify the public once it is back in service.

🚨 Important Reminder:
Outdoor warning sirens are designed to alert those who are outside. During this outage, residents in the affected area should ensure they have multiple reliable ways to receive severe weather alerts, including:
• NOAA Weather Radios
• Local television and radio stations
• Trusted weather apps and mobile alerts

Being prepared and staying informed is critical, especially during severe weather season.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to restore service

04/28/2026

NWS has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Madison County until 6pm.

04/28/2026

NWS has issued a severe thunderstorm warning until 5:15 for Eastern Madison County.

04/28/2026

Tornado Watch in Effect for Madison County Until 10:00 PM

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for Madison County through 10:00 PM this evening.

⚠️ What this means:
Conditions are favorable for the development of tornadoes. This is the time to stay alert and be prepared to act quickly if warnings are issued.

🛑 Safety Reminders:
• Have multiple ways to receive weather alerts (NOAA Weather Radio, phone alerts, local media)
• Review your shelter plan—know where you will go if a warning is issued
• Charge your phones and keep essential items nearby
• Stay tuned to trusted local weather sources for updates

If a Tornado Warning is issued, take shelter immediately in a safe location—preferably a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor, away from windows.

We will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as needed. Stay weather aware, Madison County.

04/28/2026

04/28/2026

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for all of Madison County until 5:00 AM.

This means conditions are favorable for the development of tornadoes and severe storms.

Now is the time to prepare:
• Make sure you have multiple ways to receive weather alerts
• Identify your safe place (lowest level, interior room, away from windows)
• Keep your phone charged and weather notifications turned on
• Do not wait until a warning is issued to take action

If a Tornado Warning is issued, seek shelter immediately.

Jackson-Madison County Emergency Management will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as needed.

Stay alert. Stay prepared. Stay safe.

04/27/2026

TORNADO WATCH IN EFFECT – MADISON COUNTY UNTIL 11:00 PM

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for Madison County until 11:00 PM tonight.

This means conditions are favorable for the development of tornadoes and severe thunderstorms in our area. Stay alert and be prepared to act quickly if warnings are issued.

Residents are encouraged to have multiple ways to receive weather alerts, including NOAA Weather Radio, phone alerts, and trusted local media sources.

Please take this threat seriously and avoid unnecessary travel during severe weather.

We will continue to provide updates as conditions develop. Stay tuned to this page for the latest information.

04/27/2026

SEVERE WEATHER UPDATE – MADISON COUNTY

Madison County Emergency Management Agency is closely monitoring the potential severe weather impacting our area.

Safe rooms will open today at 4:00 PM at the following locations:

• Jackson Regional Airport
308 Grady Montgomery Dr., Jackson, TN

• Carl Perkins Civic Center
400 S. Highland Ave., Jackson, TN

•Pope School
1081 Ashport RD, Jackson, TN

These locations are open to provide a safe shelter option for residents seeking protection during the weather threat.

Please take this situation seriously and make plans now if you may need shelter this evening. Stay tuned to this page for ongoing updates, weather alerts, and additional instructions as conditions develop.

We will continue to provide information here as it becomes available.

04/25/2026

04/18/2026

(April 11, 2026): The State of Tennessee has received an amendment to the federal major disaster declaration for Winter Storm Fern, expanding available aid to include FEMA Individual Assistance for 29 impacted Tennessee counties.

Under the amendment, survivors in the following counties are now able to apply for Individual Assistance: Benton, Carroll, Cheatham, Chester, Clay, Davidson, Decatur, Dickson, Dyer, Fayette, Hardeman, Hardin, Henderson, Hickman, Lewis, Macon, Madison, Maury, McNairy, Montgomery, Perry, Robertson, Rutherford, Shelby, Sumner, Trousdale, Wayne, Williamson, and Wilson.

Read the full news release: https://www.tn.gov/tema/news/2026/4/11/federal-disaster-declaration-for-tennessee-amended-to-include-fema-individual-assistance-.html