Humphreys County Emergency Management Agency

05/12/2026

Drought conditions continue in Humphreys County.

05/06/2026

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event is this Saturday!

04/14/2026

04/09/2026

03/11/2026

A few strong to severe storms are gathering some steam in West Tennessee, as they work their way toward Middle Tennessee. Through 2 PM CDT, the severe threat is increasing generally west of I-65. Damaging winds will be the main threat, with large hail to the size of quarters and a tornado or two being the secondary threats.

03/11/2026

Humphreys County is now eligible for public assistance after winter storm Fern. This provides grant funding to eligible applicants—including local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations—to support emergency response, debris removal, and the repair or restoration of damaged public infrastructure

02/24/2026

Deadlines for public assistance approaching.

02/18/2026

Wednesday, February 18 – Tornadoes
• Safety first, always prepared! This Severe Weather Awareness Week, know the tornado risk in our area:
Know the signs of a tornado, including a rotating funnel-shaped cloud, an approaching cloud of debris, or a loud roar like a freight train.
Pay attention to weather reports.
Identify and practice going to a safe shelter. If you can’t stay at home, make plans to go to a public shelter.
Plan for your pet. They are an important member of your family, so they need to be including in your family’s emergency plan.
Prepare for long-term stay at home or sheltering in place by gathering emergency supplies, non-perishable foods, water, medical supplies, and medication.

02/17/2026

Severe weather, like lightning, can strike quickly and unexpectedly. Stay indoors, away from windows and doors, and avoid using electrical appliances. Review safety steps here:

Lightning strikes the United States about 25 million times a year. Although most lightning occurs in the summer, people can be struck at any time of year. Lightning kills about 20 people in the United States each year, and hundreds more are severely injured. This website will teach you how to stay...

02/16/2026

This Severe Weather Awareness Week, February 15-21, we are partnering with National Weather Service and Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) to increase awareness about the risks associated with severe weather threats for our community.

Monday, February 16 - Flooding/Flash Flooding

• Anywhere it can rain, it can flood. Check your risk level on the National Flood Insurance Program and FEMA’s Flood Maps: https://msc.fema.gov/portal/search

• Talk with your insurance agent if your property is at risk for flooding or mudflows.