Starke County Emergency Management

05/23/2026

🚨 Please read this message from Hamlet FD 🚨

05/19/2026

Hello! Attached is our updated weather briefing regarding the likelihood for severe weather this afternoon and evening. This will be the final briefing, unless significant changes are needed.
There is a Slight Risk (level 2 of 5) for severe weather from 3-11 PM EDT today
Medium confidence in severe weather occurring; The best area for strong to severe storms will be along and south of US 24
Damaging winds up to 60 mph and heavy rain will be the main threats
We cannot rule out one or two isolated, brief tornadoes.

05/18/2026

05/18/2026

This week, we celebrate the men and women of EMS who answer the call no matter the hour, weather, or situation.

From medical emergencies and vehicle accidents to disasters and critical incidents, our EMS crews show up with skill, compassion, and courage every single day. They step into chaos to bring calm, provide lifesaving care under pressure, and stand beside our communities during some of life’s hardest moments.

As Emergency Management Director, I have the privilege of working alongside these dedicated professionals and seeing firsthand the sacrifices they make for others. Their commitment, teamwork, and selfless service do not go unnoticed.

To every EMT, paramedic, and EMS provider thank you for the long hours, the missed holidays, the sleepless nights, and the unwavering dedication to protecting our communities. We are grateful for each and every one of you.

Please join me in recognizing and thanking our incredible EMS crews during National EMS Week. 🚑💙

05/18/2026

Michael of Starke County EMS and the San Pierre Vol Fire Department, Inc. consistently demonstrates professionalism, compassion and calm leadership on every call.

Whether responding to emergencies or supporting families during difficult moments, he approaches patient care with confidence and empathy.

Known as a dependable teammate and strong mentor, Michael exemplifies the core values of EMS through service, compassion and excellence.

Read more EMS Week stories at emsweek.in.gov.

04/27/2026

The severe weather risk has been extended farther eastward into N Indiana mainly for a wind risk. Hail cannot be ruled out. Our same thinking on timing and conditionality of the second event apply.