Official account of Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management. We lead, coordinate & support homeland security & emergency management functions in Iowa.

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Gov. Reynolds has issued a #disaster #proclamation for Adams, Dubuque, Madison, Mills, Montgomery, Page, Pottawattamie, Ringgold, Taylor, Union, & Wapello Counties in response to severe weather that occurred on June 5, 2026, & continuing. More info: go.iowa.gov/zPPf
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Cleaning up from this week's storms in Iowa? 🪚 Stay safe by wearing protective gear, staying hydrated 🥤, and pacing yourself in the heat. 🥵 Ready.iowa.gov #ReadyIA #StormCleanup
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Never drive around barricades. Most #flood fatalities occur in cars. Water depth is unpredictable, & roads can collapse. 📲 Be alert in flood prone areas 🌊 Don't walk/swim/drive thru floods 🚧 Don't drive around barricades 🌙 Use caution at night Ready.iowa.gov/floods
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Iowa’s #SevereWeather threat isn't over yet! Be weather aware today—charge your devices, keep a close eye out for alerts, & know your safe place, wherever you may be. Primary threats: ☑️ Damaging wind ☑️ Large hail ☑️ Tornadoes ☑️ Flash flooding Ready.iowa.gov #ReadyIA
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Damaging wind up to 70 mph is possible in Iowa. Are you prepared for a power outage? Make sure to have essentials ready like flashlights, power bank chargers, & a weather radio. Stay safe & connected when the lights go out. 🔦 🔋 Ready.iowa.gov #ReadyIA #PowerOutage
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Be weather aware ⚠️ for severe storms today in Iowa. Make a plan ✅ now for sheltering in your safe place 🏠 & make sure to have multiple ways to get alerts. 📲 Primary threats: ☑️ Damaging wind ☑️ Tornadoes ☑️ Large hail ☑️ Heavy rain Ready.iowa.gov #ReadyIA
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⚠️ 🥵 A Heat Advisory is in effect for parts of Iowa today. Heat-related deaths are preventable. Know how to protect yourself from the impacts of heat stress. Ready.iowa.gov/heat #ReadyIA #HeatAdvisory
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Iowa has a heat advisory & record temps today! 🚨 Keep pets safe: ✅ Limit outdoor exercise ✅ Protect paws from hot pavement ✅ NEVER leave pets in hot cars! ✅ Provide extra water & shade More: bit.ly/ASPCAPetHeatTips #BeatTheHeat #PetPreparednessMonth
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Nothing beats a tent under the stars! ⛺ Camp responsibly and stay safe this summer: 🗺️ PLAN: Reserve your spot: go.iowa.gov/QFMC 🫗 PROTECT: Pack bug spray, sunscreen, & water. 🔆 PLAY: Pack out trash & extinguish campfires! 🔥 Learn more: ready.iowa.gov/summersafety
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Heavy rainfall has led to #flooding in parts of #Iowa this week. Preparing for floods & flash floods before they happen can save lives & property. 1⃣ Do you live in a floodplain? 2⃣ What nearby roads flood? 3⃣ What is the fastest route to higher ground? Ready.iowa.gov/floods
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Cleaning up storm damage? Stay safe by following these tips. ☑️ Take precautions when using power tools ☑️ Stay away from power lines & damaged structures ☑️ Wear appropriate gear ☑️ Pace yourself, take breaks & stay hydrated Ready.iowa.gov #ReadyIA #SevereWeather
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Attention📢to anyone with outdoor plans 🏕️ this evening and tonight! Strong/severe thunderstorms are expected this evening into tonight. All severe hazards are possible, including flash flooding, large hail, damaging winds and potentially a tornado. #iawx
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Heading to the water? 🎣 Stay safe before you catch a fish THIS BIG: 📋 PLAN: Update licenses at gooutdoorsiowa.com/ ☀️ PROTECT: Hydrate & designate a sober boater! 🦺 PLAY: Wear a life jacket—required on ALL watercraft! #WearItIowa #IowaFishing
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Small pets need emergency plans, too! 🐹🐦🦎 Don't forget these essentials: 📦 Secure Transport: Chew-proof travel cages. 🌡️ Temp Control: Portable heating/cooling pads. 🥦 Specific Diets: Backup stash of specialized food. 🧣 Cover Up: Towels to cover bird cages & reduce stress
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It's #HeatAwareness Day! ☀️🥵 Heat-related illnesses are preventable by staying hydrated & avoiding peak heat. Recognizing the signs of heat exhaustion & stroke—such as dizziness or extreme body temp—enables you to intervene quickly & provide first aid. Ready.Iowa.gov/heat
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It's #HeatAwareness Day! ☀️ Never leave a child or pet unattended in a car, even with cracked windows. A vehicle's temp rises quickly, & because kids heat up 3-5 times faster than adults & pets cannot efficiently regulate their body temp, it's deadly. Ready.iowa.gov/heat
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It's #HeatAwareness Day! ☀️ Practice heat safety wherever you are... at work, at home, in a vehicle, or spending time outdoors! Learn how to protect yourself & your family from the impacts of heat stress. Ready.Iowa.gov/heat #ReadyIA
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It's officially #HeatAwareness Day in #Iowa! ☀️ Be prepared for the heat all summer long by drinking plenty of water, using a high-SPF sunscreen, taking breaks in the shade/AC, reducing outdoor activity, & knowing the signs of heat illness. Ready.iowa.gov/heat #ReadyIA
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Enjoy Iowa's amazing trails safely this summer! Before heading out, remember to: 🗺️ PLAN: Check weather & Alert Iowa. 🦟 PROTECT: Use bug spray & check for ticks. 🐾 PLAY: Leash pets & give wildlife space. Learn more: ready.iowa.gov/summersafety #IowaHiking #PlanProtectPlay
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We are just 1⃣ day away from #HeatAwareness Day in #Iowa! ☀️ Heat-related deaths are nearly 100% preventable. Follow along on Thursday, June 6 to get helpful tips and information to keep you safe this summer. Ready.iowa.gov/heat #ReadyIA
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