Delaware County Iowa Emergency Management

06/01/2026

June is Children's Awareness Month - a great time to recognize that kids have special needs during disasters. Lots of resources available at https://www.ready.gov/kids to help you plan!

Disasters can happen anywhere, and everyone in the family can help prepare. Whether you’re a kid, teen, parent, loved one, or someone who work with youth, Ready Kids has tools and information to help prepare for before, during and after disasters.

06/01/2026

In emergency management, one decision can impact thousands of people.

When to activate shelters.
When to issue alerts.
Where to send resources.

These decisions aren’t guesses — they’re built on data, coordination, and experience.

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

Emergency Management isn’t a 9–5 job.

Some days it’s planning.
Some days it’s monitoring weather.
Some days it’s coordinating response.

Every day — it’s about keeping communities ready.

05/28/2026

Are you planning to hit festivals, fairs, concerts, or other events around Iowa this summer? 😎

Download the Smart911 App on your phone, & enable location-based alerts to receive automatic severe weather & local alerts wherever you may be. 📲

More info 👉 Alert.iowa.gov

05/26/2026

Emergency response is practiced long before it’s needed.

EMA regularly runs:
• Tabletop exercises
• Full-scale drills
• Multi-agency training

So when real events happen — teams don’t hesitate.

They’ve already worked through it together.

05/24/2026

Grilling this weekend? 🌭🍔 Have fun and stay safe!

05/22/2026

EMS Week isn’t just about the sirens and the big city rigs. In rural communities, it’s about neighbors showing up for neighbors. It’s the solo responders driving their own trucks down long gravel roads, carrying a jump bag, and answering the call when someone’s grandparent needs help. To all the rural medics, volunteers, and first responders who bridge the gap and bring care right to the front porch—thank you for your dedication. 🩺❤️

05/21/2026

Thank you to the Delhi Dive Team for the great presentation at last night's county fire meeting. Heading to the water this weekend? 🛶 Whether you're at Lake Delhi, the Whitewater Park or a backyard pool, safety is the top priority.
Always wear a life jacket.
Supervise children closely near water.
Apply sunscreen frequently.
Let’s make it a safe summer!