Licking County Commissioners

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.

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.

09/01/2026

Thank you to Pet Supply Plus, 1377 N 21st Street, Newark and their customers for all the donations!

09/01/2026

💧You do NOT want to miss this special raffle this year!💧

For the 2026 River Roundup cleanup we are also doing a celebration on September 24th at Infirmary Mound Park, 5-7PM. This event will include informational tabling, food trucks, games, music, and a KAYAK RAFFLE! 🛶
In order to enter the kayak raffle you will have had to volunteer at one of the September 12th clean up sites. You still have the chance to register until September 4th here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0549AAA92DA3FDC61-64477250-2026

The winner will be drawn and announced at the River Roundup Celebration!🎉

09/01/2026

A week after a historic flash flood swept through Pataskala and washed over Hebron, Buckeye Lake Village and I-70, most folks in Licking County had moved on with their lives. […]

09/01/2026

The Licking County River Roundup is coming Saturday, September 12th. Get the details here from Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb and Kristy Hawthorne, Director of the Licking County Soil & Water Conservation District.

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