Labette County Emergency Management

Labette County Emergency Management http://www.labettecounty.com/department/?fDD=4-5 The director is Larry Steeby and the coordinator is Brandy Grassl.

Labette County Emergency Management maintains the Emergency Operations Center located at 718 5th Street at the Law Enforcement Center. Emergency management is the process of coordinating available resources to deal with emergencies effectively, thereby saving lives, avoiding injury and minimizing economic loss. This protection process involves four phases:



Mitigation -- Acting to reduce the po

ssibility of a disaster occurring or reduce losses from a disaster. Preparation -- Writing plans, identifying resources, negotiating agreements, training and exercising plans and resources. Response -- Mobilization of forces using the resources available to stabilize a situation. Recovery -- Immediate and long-term efforts to help the community return to near normal conditions again. Labette County Emergency Management works in conjunction with area first responders, including law enforcement agencies, fire departments, emergency medical services, 911 emergency communications and others, as well as with regional, state and federal agencies when needed.

Labette County is under a burn ban.
08/17/2026

Labette County is under a burn ban.

Now Hiring: 911 Dispatchers | Full Benefits | Paid Training | Apply Today. Call 620-795-2565 for details.
08/13/2026

Now Hiring: 911 Dispatchers | Full Benefits | Paid Training | Apply Today. Call 620-795-2565 for details.

☀️ HOT HOT HOT – NEXT 5 DAYS ☀️It looks like the heat is sticking around! We’re expecting heat index values around 104°F...
08/11/2026

☀️ HOT HOT HOT – NEXT 5 DAYS ☀️

It looks like the heat is sticking around! We’re expecting heat index values around 104°F over the next 5 days.

With several days of hot and humid conditions ahead, please make heat safety part of your daily routine:

💧 Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
❄️ Take breaks in air conditioning whenever possible.
👵 Check on family, friends, neighbors, and older adults who may be more vulnerable to the heat.
🐾 Keep pets cool and hydrated and limit time on hot pavement.
🚗 Never leave children or pets in a vehicle, even for a few minutes.

Heat-related illness can happen quickly. Know your limits, take frequent breaks if you’re working outdoors, and don’t wait until you feel thirsty to hydrate.

☀️ Stay cool. Stay hydrated. Stay safe.

07/30/2026

✅ Highway 59 Reopened ✅

Highway 59 from the roundabout to 18000 has reopened to traffic.

Thank you to everyone for your patience while emergency responders worked the scene. We appreciate the efforts of all first responders and ask everyone to continue driving safely.

Thank you for your cooperation!

07/29/2026

Update! Highway 59 is open!!!

🚨 Traffic Alert 🚨

Highway 59 is currently closed from the roundabout to 18000 due to a severe injury accident.

At this time, there is no estimated reopening time. Please avoid the area, use an alternate route, and allow emergency responders the space they need to work safely.

We’ll share updates as more information becomes available.

☀️ EXTREME HEAT WARNING ☀️The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for our area today from 12:00 ...
07/21/2026

☀️ EXTREME HEAT WARNING ☀️

The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for our area today from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Heat index values could reach 115°F, creating dangerous conditions for anyone spending time outdoors.

🌡️ Take these precautions to stay safe:
💧 Drink plenty of water, even if you don't feel thirsty.
🏠 Stay indoors in air conditioning whenever possible.
👕 Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing.
⏰ Limit outdoor activities to the early morning or evening.
👶👵 Check on elderly family members, neighbors, young children, and anyone without air conditioning.
🐾 Make sure pets have plenty of fresh water and shade. Walk them early or late in the day to protect their paws from hot pavement.
🚗 Never leave children, adults, or pets in a parked vehicle—temperatures can become deadly within minutes.

⚠️ Know the warning signs:
• Heavy sweating, weakness, dizziness, nausea, or headache may be signs of heat exhaustion.
• Confusion, loss of consciousness, hot/dry skin, or a body temperature above 103°F may indicate heat stroke, which is a medical emergency. Call 911 immediately.

Please take this warning seriously and help spread the word by checking on friends, family, and neighbors who may be more vulnerable.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, and stay safe!

07/11/2026

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BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service Wichita KS
1125 PM CDT Fri Jul 10 2026

The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Southern Wilson County in southeastern Kansas...
Northern Labette County in southeastern Kansas...
Southern Neosho County in southeastern Kansas...
Northeastern Montgomery County in southeastern Kansas...

* Until 1230 AM CDT.

* At 1124 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Neodesha,
moving southeast at 30 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Parsons, Neodesha, Fredonia, Cherryvale, Altamont, St. Paul,
Thayer, Altoona, Mound Valley, Galesburg, Sycamore, Labette, Lake
Parsons, Parsons Tri City Airport, Dennis, Big Hill Lake, and South
Mound.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

&&

LAT...LON 3740 9592 3756 9583 3754 9510 3722 9509
3714 9534
TIME...MOT...LOC 0424Z 302DEG 25KT 3744 9578

HAIL THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX HAIL SIZE...1.25 IN
WIND THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX WIND GUST...60 MPH

06/26/2026

🚧 ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE 🚧

Ottawa Road between 26000 Road and 27000 Road is CLOSED due to flood damage.

The road will remain closed until further notice while damage assessments are completed and repairs can be made. At this time, the duration of the closure is unknown.

Please avoid the area and use alternate routes. We will provide updates as more information becomes available.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

Call now to connect with business.

06/26/2026

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service Wichita KS
917 PM CDT Thu Jun 25 2026

The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Eastern Labette County in southeastern Kansas...

* Until 1015 PM CDT.

* At 917 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Altamont,
moving east at 15 mph.

HAZARD...Golf ball size hail and 70 mph wind gusts.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail
damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect
considerable tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to
mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.

* Locations impacted include...
Oswego and Labette.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.

&&

LAT...LON 3711 9529 3738 9518 3735 9507 3705 9507
TIME...MOT...LOC 0217Z 288DEG 13KT 3724 9524

THUNDERSTORM DAMAGE THREAT...CONSIDERABLE
HAIL THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX HAIL SIZE...1.75 IN
WIND THREAT...OBSERVED
MAX WIND GUST...70 MPH

06/26/2026

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BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service Wichita KS
840 PM CDT Thu Jun 25 2026

The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Northwestern Labette County in southeastern Kansas...
Northeastern Montgomery County in southeastern Kansas...

* Until 945 PM CDT.

* At 840 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 2
miles north of Cherryvale, moving east at 15 mph.

HAZARD...Half dollar size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Damage to vehicles is expected.

* Locations impacted include...
Parsons, Cherryvale, Altamont, Mound Valley, Parsons Tri City
Airport, Dennis, and Big Hill Lake.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.

&&

LAT...LON 3711 9529 3722 9552 3734 9561 3738 9553
3738 9518
TIME...MOT...LOC 0140Z 289DEG 14KT 3733 9549

HAIL THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX HAIL SIZE...1.25 IN
WIND THREAT...RADAR INDICATED
MAX WIND GUST...

Address

718 5th Street
Oswego, KS
67356

Telephone

(620) 795-2565

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