Grant County Emergency Management-KY

05/05/2026

Reminder that tomorrow, May 6, 2026, at noon, Post 6 will activate the Grant County outdoor warning sirens for monthly testing purposes, provided there is not inclement weather in the area.

04/28/2026

04/23/2026

🚧 Update on Hyde Road Railroad Crossing Closure 🚧

Judge/Executive Chuck Dills has gotten ahold of our representative with Norfolk Southern and here are a few things we have learned:

1) Norfolk will be laying rail and paving during this closure.
2) The closure will not be for two full days. It will be short closures throughout the two days- the time of work is currently unknown.
3) Norfolk has been made aware that Hyde Road is a single entrance/exit road, and they are preparing a plan for emergencies (should there be any).
4) Norfolk is preparing a press release with more details regarding this closure.

We understand the frustration this may have caused. Please know that this is a Norfolk Southern closing, and not a county closing. Once we receive more information from Norfolk, we will make a post.

04/23/2026

❗️ Update: Kendall Road is complete.

⚠️ Kendall Road ⚠️
Tomorrow morning, April 23, 2026, the blacktopping will begin for Kendall Road in Dry Ridge. We are hoping to get this done rather quickly, assuming the weather cooperates.

Thank you for your patience!

04/01/2026

Emergency Notifications from Grant County, KY Alerts:

Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 1 at 2:43PM EDT until April 1 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH
85 IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS

IN INDIANA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 4 COUNTIES

IN SOUTHEAST INDIANA

DEARBORN OHIO RIPLEY
SWITZERLAND

IN KENTUCKY THIS WATCH INCLUDES 12 COUNTIES

IN NORTHEAST KENTUCKY

LEWIS

IN NORTHERN KENTUCKY

BOONE BRACKEN CAMPBELL
CARROLL GALLATIN GRANT
KENTON MASON OWEN
PENDLETON ROBERTSON

IN OHIO THIS WATCH INCLUDES 7 COUNTIES

IN SOUTH CENTRAL OHIO

ADAMS HIGHLAND PIKE
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IN SOUTHWEST OHIO

BROWN CLERMONT HAMILTON

THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF ABERDEEN, ALEXANDRIA, AUGUSTA,
AURORA, BATESVILLE, BELLEVUE, BRIGHT, BROOKSVILLE, BURLINGTON,
BUTLER, CAMP DIX, CARROLLTON, COVINGTON, CRITTENDEN, DAY HEIGHTS,
DAYTON, DILLSBORO, DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI, DRY RIDGE, ERLANGER,
FALMOUTH, FLORENCE, FORT THOMAS, GEORGETOWN, GREENDALE,
GREENFIELD, HEAD OF GRASSY, HIDDEN VALLEY, HIGHLAND HEIGHTS,
HILLSBORO, INDEPENDENCE, LAWRENCEBURG, MANCHESTER, MAYSVILLE,
MILAN, MILFORD, MOUNT CARMEL, MOUNT OLIVET, MOUNT ORAB,
MOUNT REPOSE, MULBERRY, NEWPORT, OAKBROOK, OSGOOD, OWENTON,
PEEBLES, PIKE LAKE, PIKETON, PORTSMOUTH, RIPLEY, RISING SUN,
SEAMAN, SUMMERSIDE, TOLLESBORO, VANCEBURG, VERSAILLES, VEVAY,
WARSAW, WAVERLY, WEST UNION, WHEELERSBURG, WILLIAMSTOWN,
WI******ER, AND WITHAMSVILLE.
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A late season winter storm will produce a combination of heavy snow and disruptive ice starting this evening in the Northern Plains and moving into the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes by tonight continuing through Thursday. Severe thunderstorms will likely produce severe wind gusts, large hail, a few....

04/01/2026

Tornado siren testing will be completed today

This is just a routine test to make sure everything is working properly no need for concern. Always a good reminder to review your emergency plans and stay weather aware!

Stay safe, everyone!

03/23/2026

STRONG THUNDERSTORMS WILL IMPACT PORTIONS OF EASTERN SWITZERLAND...KENTON...BOONE...CARROLL...NORTHWESTERN BRACKEN... CAMPBELL...GRANT...OWEN...PENDLETON...GALLATIN...CLERMONT... SOUTHEASTERN HAMILTON...NORTHWESTERN BROWN AND SOUTHWESTERN HIGHLAND COUNTIES THROUGH MIDNIGHT EDT

At 1108 PM EDT, strong thunderstorms were located along a line
extending from Burlington to near Carrollton, moving east at 45 mph.

HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 45 mph and pea size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to
vegetation.

Locations impacted include...
Cincinnati, Covington, Florence, Independence, Norwood, Erlanger,
Fort Thomas, Newport, Reading, Madeira, Edgewood, Alexandria,
Elsmere, Wyoming, Fort Mitchell, Villa Hills, Highland Heights,
Milford, Taylor Mill, and Bellevue.

This includes the following Interstates...
I-71 in Kentucky between mile markers 39 and 77.
I-71 in Ohio between mile markers 0 and 13.
I-74 in Ohio near mile marker 19.
I-75 in Kentucky between mile markers 144 and 191.
I-75 in Ohio between mile markers 0 and 12.

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until midnight EDT for
southeastern Indiana...northern Kentucky...and south central and
southwestern Ohio.

03/16/2026

Nighttime Weather Reminder

Before heading to bed tonight, take a moment to prepare:

- Check the forecast
- Turn on weather alerts
- Charge your phone
- Know your safe place if severe weather hits

Nighttime storms can be especially dangerous because many people are asleep. Stay weather aware and be ready just in case.

Stay safe tonight!

03/11/2026

Tornado Watch in Effect – Grant County, Kentucky

A Tornado Watch has been issued for parts of Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois, and Ohio as a strong storm system moves across the Midwest today. This means conditions are favorable for the development of tornadoes and severe thunderstorms. 

What a Tornado Watch Means

Tornado Watch = Tornadoes are possible.
• Severe thunderstorms may develop that could produce tornadoes.
• Large hail and damaging winds are also possible.
• Stay alert and monitor weather updates.

What You Should Do Now

✔️ Review your severe weather safety plan.
✔️ Identify a safe shelter location (basement or interior room on the lowest floor).
✔️ Make sure you have multiple ways to receive warnings (weather radio, phone alerts, sirens, local media).
✔️ Be ready to take shelter quickly if a Tornado Warning is issued.

Remember:
• Watch = Be prepared
• Warning = Take shelter immediately

03/10/2026

Multiple rounds of storms are expected late tonight through Wednesday, with some severe storms possible during this time frame. Hail will be the primary threat late tonight into early Wednesday morning, however isolated wind damage is also possible. On Wednesday afternoon, damaging wind will be the primary threat, however isolated hail and tornadoes cannot be ruled out.

03/07/2026

⛺🌩️ Severe Weather Week: Recreational Safety Reminder

As the weather warms up, many Grant County residents will be heading outdoors to enjoy camping, hiking, boating, and other recreational activities. During Severe Weather Awareness Week, Grant County Emergency Management encourages everyone to plan ahead and stay weather aware while enjoying the outdoors.

📱 Check the Forecast Before You Go
Always review the weather forecast before heading outside and monitor updates throughout the day. Conditions can change quickly.

⚡ Have a Way to Receive Weather Alerts
Cell phones, weather apps, and NOAA Weather Radios can help you receive important warnings even when you’re away from home.

🏕️ Know Where to Seek Shelter
If thunderstorms or severe weather approach, move to a sturdy building or hard-topped vehicle. Tents, pavilions, and open shelters do not provide adequate protection from lightning or strong winds.

🚣 If You’re on the Water
Head to shore immediately if storms develop. Lightning and strong winds can create extremely dangerous conditions on lakes and rivers.

🗺️ Plan an Emergency Route
Know how to quickly reach safe shelter if weather conditions change while you’re outdoors.

Enjoy the outdoors safely by staying prepared and weather aware.

Grant County Emergency Management reminds everyone:
🌩️ When thunder roars, go indoors