Linn County Emergency Management

05/25/2026

Great information

Tick season is in full swing, y'all😲 While ticks can transmit diseases, if you're properly prepared, they don't have to stop you from enjoying the outdoors!

Here's some top tips for safely exploring:
1. Avoid tall grass, bushes, and wooded areas with lots of leaf litter. Stick to the center of trails.
2. Use insect repellent on your skin and/or permethrin on your clothing. If you're wearing sunscreen, apply that first, then insect repellent.
3. Wear long sleeves and pants that are tucked into high socks or boots.
Bonus tip- bring a lint roller or roll of duct tape along to easily remove ticks (especially "seed" ticks) from your clothing.

Check for ticks on your clothing and yourself when you're back indoors. They especially like hiding in warm crevices, around your waist, and around hair. If you find a tick, DON'T PANIC. Use fine-tipped tweezers to remove the tick as close to your skin as possible so you fully remove the head. Wrap it tightly in tape or submerge it in alcohol and keep it just in case you develop an illness. Learn more here: https://www.cdc.gov/ticks/after-a-tick-bite/index.html

05/22/2026

REMEMBER & HONOR!
Have a safe Memorial Day!

05/18/2026

5-18-26. Be weather aware! The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for Linn County until 1:00 am Tuesday morning. This is the time to prepare if this goes from watch to warning.

05/18/2026

Just a reminder!!

05/11/2026

In the wake of the recent tornado that impacted our community, we saw firsthand the incredible support and compassion provided by the American Red Cross. Their volunteers stepped in during a time of need to help families and individuals begin the recovery process — and we are so thankful for their assistance. ❤️

Now more than ever, communities need people who are willing to serve during emergencies and disasters. If you’ve ever considered becoming a Red Cross volunteer, this is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about how you can make a difference right here in our area.

To learn more about Red Cross volunteer opportunities and disaster response efforts, please join us at our next LEPC (Local Emergency Preparedness Committee) meeting:

📍 Linn County Health Department
📅 July 23rd
⏰ 12:00 PM

Whether you’re interested in disaster response, shelter support, community outreach, or simply learning how you can help during emergencies, we encourage you to attend!

Together, we can continue building a stronger, more prepared community. 💪

Apply Here: www.redcross.com/volunteer
By Phone: 1-844-621-4243

05/06/2026

A nice crowd of citizens and firefighters assembled in Pleasanton Monday evening. Meteorologist Jacob Lanier from Fox 4 talked about the April 13 tornado outbreak in Linn, Miami, and Franklin Counties. Thank you Jacob for coming to Linn County.

05/04/2026

Just a reminder! Jacob Lanier, meteorologist from Fox 4 will be at the community center in Pleasanton at 6:30 to talk weather. Specifically, Linn County Weather.

Hope to see you there.

05/03/2026

Hope to see you all there!!

05/01/2026

04/29/2026