Mason County Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management

Mason County Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management This page will be used in official capacity for preparation, announcements and coordination. We are also joined by Mason County EMS in this facility.

Mason County WV initiated 911 service in 1995 and answered the very first 911 on January 2, 1996. The original location for Mason County 911 was a small two story school house that was built in 1885. The communication facility at that time held three dispatch positions and was less then one half the size of the current communications room inside the new facility. On September 11, 2006 ground was b

roken on a new emergency complex to house all communications, emergency management and emergency medical services for Mason County. On April 24, 2007 all emergency service functions moved to our new home in this facility. The new 1.5 million dollar facility provides full ADA compliant single story access to our complex. Dispatch services are held in a secure portion of the facility accessible only by ID Card access and protected by bullet resistant window glass. The EOC ( Emergency Operations Center ) is capable of supporting 24/7 services from this complex.

06/12/2026

🚨 COMMUNITY ALERT: TRAINING EXERCISE TOMORROW🚨

WHEN: Tomorrow morning—Saturday, June 13 (Approx. 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM)

WHERE: Mason County Board of Education , Rivers Health, and Holzer Hospital

If you see a heavy presence of fire trucks, ambulances, first responders in protective gear, and a school bus at the Board of Education tomorrow morning, PLEASE DO NOT BE ALARMED.

⚠️ THIS IS ONLY A DRILL. ⚠️
The Mason County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) and our local response agencies are hosting a planned mass casualty and hazardous materials training exercise. You may also see simulated emergency activity near the emergency departments at Rivers Health and Holzer Hospital.

What you need to know:
Please DO NOT CALL 911 regarding the emergency vehicles at these specific locations tomorrow morning.

Please avoid the immediate area around the BOE to give our crews the safe space they need to train.

Regular hospital operations and real-world emergency responses will not be affected.

These realistic scenarios are critical to keeping our skills sharp and ensuring our community is protected. Thank you for your cooperation and support!

🌡️ HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT – Mason County, WV🕧 Today, June 11 | Noon – 6:00 PM EDTThe National Weather Service has issue...
06/11/2026

🌡️ HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT – Mason County, WV
🕧 Today, June 11 | Noon – 6:00 PM EDT

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Mason County. Heat index values could reach up to 100°F this afternoon. Hot temperatures combined with high humidity can lead to serious heat-related illness.

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⚠️ KNOW THE SIGNS OF HEAT ILLNESS:

🔴 Heat Stroke (CALL 911 – Life-Threatening)
• Body temp above 103°F
• Hot, red, dry or damp skin
• Rapid, strong pulse
• Confusion, slurred speech, or loss of consciousness
• NOT sweating despite the heat

🟠 Heat Exhaustion
• Heavy sweating
• Cold, pale, clammy skin
• Fast or weak pulse
• Nausea or vomiting
• Muscle cramps
• Tiredness, weakness, or dizziness
• Headache

🟡 Heat Cramps / Heat Rash
• Muscle spasms or pain, usually in legs or abdomen
• Red cluster of small blisters on skin
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✅ STAY SAFE THIS AFTERNOON:
• Drink plenty of water – don't wait until you're thirsty
• Stay in an air-conditioned space when possible
• Stay out of direct sunlight
• Avoid strenuous outdoor activity during peak heat hours
• Take frequent breaks if you must work outside
• Check on elderly neighbors, relatives, and those without A/C
• NEVER leave children or pets in a parked vehicle

📲 For the latest forecast and updates from the National Weather Service Charleston, visit:

06/10/2026

Update... Roadway is now open. Lots of hay still along side the road. Travel safely in the area.

Sandhill Road at Butcher Road will be closed for a while due to a fire scene. Please avoid Sandhill Road in that area of Butcher Road

06/01/2026

🛑 Road Closure 🛑
Chestnut St / Rt. 817 from Redmond Ridge Road to the Old Coast Guard will be closed during the day for this week due construction work.

Please avoid the area !

05/30/2026

🎓 Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🎓

The Mason County Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management wants to send a huge shout-out to all the high school graduates across our county! 👏

We are incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication you’ve shown to reach this milestone. A special congratulations to the graduates of Wahama High School, Point Pleasant High School, and Hannan High School. You are the future of Mason County, and we are excited to see all the amazing things you will accomplish next.

As you celebrate this graduation weekend, please remember to do so safely and responsibly!

From all of us at Mason County DHSEM, we wish you the very best in all your future endeavors. Go out and make us proud!

Just to update .... Several signs in each direction plus stop lights and cones.... At the bridge between Potters Creek a...
05/29/2026

Just to update .... Several signs in each direction plus stop lights and cones.... At the bridge between Potters Creek and Fairground Road are up as of me taking this picture around 745 am on Friday May 28. Please use caution in the area.

05/28/2026

Bridge Lane Closure

The West Virginia Department of Highways will be closing one lane of the small bridge on Rt 62 Ohio River Road between Fairground Rd and Potters Creek Rd. This will be until further notice Please slow down and use caution in this area.

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Point Pleasant, WV
25550

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