Licking County Office of Emergency Management

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The Licking County Emergency Management Agency is committed to protecting our community through preparedness, collaboration, and coordinated emergency response—building a safer, stronger, and more resilient Licking County.

Licking County MARC – HebronLicking County will be hosting another Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) on September 9 & ...
09/04/2026

Licking County MARC – Hebron

Licking County will be hosting another Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) on September 9 & 10 in Hebron.

This resource center is open to any Licking County resident who was affected by the August 20, 2026 flooding. Multiple agencies and organizations will be on-site to connect residents with available resources, services, and recovery assistance.

📍 Hebron New Life Community Center
925 W. Main St., Hebron, OH 43025

📅 Wednesday, September 9 & Thursday, September 10
⏰ 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. both days

If you or someone you know was impacted by the flooding, please stop in and see what resources may be available. You do not have to live in Hebron to attend — this is open to affected residents throughout Licking County.

Please help us spread the word and share this information with your friends, family, and neighbors.

We’re here to help Licking County recover.

Licking County MARC – Today in PataskalaIf you or your family were affected by the August 20 flooding event, we encourag...
09/03/2026

Licking County MARC – Today in Pataskala

If you or your family were affected by the August 20 flooding event, we encourage you to stop by the Licking County Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) today and see what assistance and resources may be available.

📍 Pataskala Police Department Training Facility
623 Broad St SW, Pataskala, OH 43062
⏰ 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

We also have two additional agencies joining us today:

Licking County Auditor’s Office
Office of Senator Jon Husted

The purpose of the MARC is simple: bring multiple agencies together in one location so residents can talk directly with organizations that may be able to help during the recovery process.

Any Licking County resident impacted by the recent flooding is welcome to attend. Even if you’re unsure whether a resource applies to your situation, stop in, talk with our partners, and see what may be available.

We are also continuing to plan an additional MARC next week in the Hebron area for residents who are unable to attend today and to provide another opportunity for those in the Buckeye Lake, Hebron, Heath, and surrounding affected areas.

Recovery takes time, and we will continue working with our partners to support our communities throughout the process.

Please share and help us get the word out to those who may need assistance.

— Licking County Emergency Ohio Emergency Management Agency

☀️ Extreme Heat Safety – Stay Cool, Licking County Advisory through Thursday afternoon (9-3-26)When temperat...
09/02/2026

☀️ Extreme Heat Safety – Stay Cool, Licking County
Advisory through Thursday afternoon (9-3-26)
When temperatures climb, extreme heat can become dangerous quickly. Whether you're working outside, attending outdoor activities, or just spending time in the heat, make sure you're taking care of yourself and checking on those around you.

A few simple things can make a big difference:

💧 Drink plenty of water throughout the day. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty.
🏠 Spend time in air conditioning whenever possible, especially during the hottest part of the day.
🌳 Take frequent breaks in the shade if you have to work or be outside.
👕 Wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing and limit strenuous outdoor activity.
👵 Check on family, friends, and neighbors, especially older adults and anyone who may not have air conditioning.
🚗 Never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle, even for a few minutes.
⚠️ Know the signs of heat illness. Dizziness, headache, nausea, weakness, confusion, or passing out can be signs that someone needs help.

Extreme heat is more than just uncomfortable—it can become a serious emergency.

Stay hydrated. Stay cool. Check on each other.

Your friends at Licking County Emergency Management

August Showed Our Resilience. September Is About Being Ready.August was **National Emergency Management Awareness Month*...
09/01/2026

August Showed Our Resilience. September Is About Being Ready.

August was **National Emergency Management Awareness Month**, and here in Licking County, we saw firsthand what emergency management is all about.

When flooding impacted our communities, Licking County responded together. First responders, local governments, community organizations, volunteers, businesses, and residents all stepped up when it mattered most. That teamwork continues today.

While the initial response may be behind us, **recovery is still underway.** Licking County EMA and our partners continue working to connect affected residents with resources and help our communities move forward.

Now, as we enter September, we recognize **National Preparedness Month.** The recent flooding is an important reminder that emergencies can happen quickly, and being prepared ahead of time can make a real difference.

Over the next few weeks, we challenge everyone in Licking County to take a few small steps with us:

1️⃣ **Make a communication plan** with your household. Know how you'll contact each other and where you'll meet during an emergency.

2️⃣ **Build or check your emergency supplies.** Have water, non-perishable food, flashlights, batteries, medications, and other essentials ready.

3️⃣ **Sign up for local emergency alerts.** Make sure you have a way to receive important information when severe weather or an emergency affects your area.

**August showed us how resilient Licking County can be. September is our opportunity to become even more prepared.**

Preparedness starts before the emergency. **Let's get ready, Licking County.**

The Licking County Board of Commissioners recently presented a proclamation recognizing Licking County Emergency Management and the important role of Emergency Management as a whole.

We sincerely appreciate the Commissioners for taking the time to recognize the work that goes into preparing for, responding to, and recovering from emergencies in our communities.

Emergency management is truly a team effort, and we are proud to work alongside our first responders, local officials, community partners, volunteers, and residents to help keep Licking County prepared and resilient.

Thank you to the Licking County Board of Commissioners for this recognition and for your continued support of emergency management in our county.

Licking County Flood Recovery UpdateLicking County EMA, along with several of our community partners, will be hosting a ...
09/01/2026

Licking County Flood Recovery Update

Licking County EMA, along with several of our community partners, will be hosting a Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) this Thursday to assist residents impacted by the recent flooding.

📍 Pataskala Police Department Training Facility
623 Broad St SW, Pataskala, OH 43062
📅 Thursday, September 3, 2026
⏰ 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

All Licking County residents who were affected by the flooding are encouraged to stop by if you need assistance or would like to learn what resources may be available. Multiple agencies will be together in one location to help connect residents with recovery resources and support.

This will be our first MARC following the flooding. We will evaluate the community's needs and schedule additional opportunities if necessary.

We are also planning a second MARC next week in the Hebron/Buckeye Lake area to better serve residents in that area, including Heath residents who may need assistance.

Please help us spread the word and share this information with anyone who was impacted. Our goal is simple: make it as easy as possible for our residents to get connected with the help they need.

Licking County EMA
Working together to support our communities.

The Last Thing Anyone Needs After a Disaster: SCAMSAfter a disaster, people are focused on cleaning up, making repairs, ...
08/31/2026

The Last Thing Anyone Needs After a Disaster: SCAMS

After a disaster, people are focused on cleaning up, making repairs, helping family and neighbors, and trying to get life back to normal. Unfortunately, this is also a time when scammers may try to take advantage of people who are already dealing with enough.

Be cautious of anyone showing up at your door offering repairs, cleanup services, inspections, financial assistance, or other “too good to be true” deals. Take your time, ask questions, verify who you are dealing with, and never feel pressured into making an immediate decision or payment.

Protect yourself and look out for your neighbors. If something doesn’t feel right, take the time to check it out before providing money or personal information.

We’ve attached some helpful information about common scams that can occur following a disaster. Please take a few minutes to review it and share it with family, friends, and neighbors.

Stay alert and stay safe.

— Licking County Emergency Management

08/30/2026

RECOVERY EFFORTS CONTINUE IN LICKING COUNTY

The planning is underway.

Licking County EMA is working alongside several agencies and community partners to establish a Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) to assist residents and communities impacted by the recent flooding.

The MARC will bring multiple agencies and resources together in one location, making it easier for those affected by the flooding to connect with available assistance.

We are still working through the details and will share location, dates, times, and additional information as soon as everything is finalized.

Thank you for your patience as we continue working through the recovery process. We appreciate all of the agencies, organizations, volunteers, and community members who continue to step up and help Licking County recover.

More information will be coming soon.

— Licking County EMA

Licking County Update: What Happens After a Disaster?With all of the recent posts about Damage Assessment, we wanted to ...
08/29/2026

Licking County Update: What Happens After a Disaster?

With all of the recent posts about Damage Assessment, we wanted to take a few minutes to explain some of the work that happens behind the scenes following a disaster.

First and foremost, life safety is always the number one priority. During the initial response, agencies and organizations work together to make sure people are safe and that immediate needs such as shelter, food, water, cleanup supplies, and other resources are being addressed.

As we move from response into recovery, the process takes time. Unfortunately, disaster recovery does not happen overnight or even within a few days.

One important part of that process is Damage Assessment (DA). The information collected from affected homes and properties helps establish the overall impact of the disaster. That information is compiled and submitted through the appropriate channels to help determine whether the event may qualify for state or federal assistance.

If your property is insured, please contact your insurance company as soon as possible. Find out what documentation they need, take photos of your damage, keep records and receipts, and follow their instructions for filing a claim.

The picture included with this post helps explain the sequence of events and what happens after Damage Assessment reports are collected and submitted. (There is no guarantee for federal assistance, however, this is the process that will help us get there if assistance is available)

We know there are still residents working through damage and cleanup. Please continue to be patient with the process and know that there is a lot of work happening behind the scenes as recovery continues.

As we receive additional information that can help our residents and communities, Licking County EMA will continue to share it.

Thank you for working through this process with us.

— Licking County EMA

Licking County Damage Assessment UpdateDamage Assessment operations have been completed for Licking County following the...
08/27/2026

Licking County Damage Assessment Update

Damage Assessment operations have been completed for Licking County following the recent flooding. (All reports that were submitted via email, have been included)

We understand there may still be homes with damage that have not yet been reported. If you still need to submit a damage report, please visit ema.lickingcounty.gov and follow the Damage Assessment instructions.

When submitting your information, please include any photos you have of the damage. These reports are important and help us get the most accurate picture possible of how our communities were impacted.

Even though our teams have completed their work in the field, you can still report your damage.

Thank you to everyone who has worked with our teams, submitted information, and helped us throughout this process.

— Licking County EMA

Damage Assessment UpdateGood afternoon, Licking County.Our preliminary damage assessment surveys have been completed in ...
08/25/2026

Damage Assessment Update

Good afternoon, Licking County.

Our preliminary damage assessment surveys have been completed in each of the affected communities. If you still need to report damage, please use the email address listed in the picture with this post.

Tomorrow, LCEMA will be back out in the affected communities with representatives from FEMA to survey the damaged areas. Team members will be wearing vests and will have proper identification with them.

Thank you to everyone who has worked with us and helped our teams throughout this process. We still have a lot of work ahead of us over the next several days and weeks, but we will continue working alongside our communities through the recovery process.

As we receive new information and resources, we will continue to share them with you.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

— Licking County EMA

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