Texas Winters can be an adventure. Our temperatures and weather can change quickly. It's important that you and your households are prepared for all kinds of weather. 

The basics for all preparedness is: 

• Know the hazard 
  
• Build a Kit
  
• Make a Plan
  

The State of Texas declared anyone can purchase certain emergency preparedness supplies tax free anywhere supplies are sold during the 2021 Emergency Preparedness Supplies Tax Free Holiday. This year's holiday begins at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, April 24, and ends at midnight on Monday, April 26. There is no limit on the number of qualifying items you can purchase, and you do not need to issue an exemption certificate to claim the exemption.

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August 5, 2020

Summer heat is a constant in our area. Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are very real dangers and are 100% preventable when taking precautions during the summer months. This summer has different challenges when it comes to protecting yourself, family members, and others from the effects of high heat and humidity. While you continue to take typical precautions, the pandemic gives all of us some new challenges.

Central Dallas Curfew

June 1, 2020

Central Dallas is currently under a curfew from 7 pm to 6 am for the next several days. For more information on the Emergency Order on the curfew please go to https://dallascityhall.com/departments/public-affairs-outreach/Pages/CentralDallasCurfew.aspx

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2020 Emergency Supply Tax Free Weekend

The State of Texas declared anyone can purchase certain emergency preparedness supplies tax free anywhere supplies are sold during the 2020 Emergency Preparedness Supplies Tax Free Holiday. This year's holiday begins at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, April 25, and ends at midnight on Monday, April 27. There is no limit on the number of qualifying items you can purchase, and you do not need to issue an exemption certificate to claim the exemption.

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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information

April 6, 2020

For more information on facility closures - Click this Link

February 26, 2020

We know many of you have questions and concerns about COVID-19. Find out more here.

2019 Annual Report

January 24, 2019

Each year, the Office of Emergency Management publishes​ an annual report outlining our accomplishments in the past calendar year. We also highlight upcoming events and trainings to inform the City of what Emergency Management is and does – and how we help impact the community.​

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January 10, 2020 Severe Weather Event

2:00 PM:  We are under a tornado watch until 9 p.m.  Severe weather can ramp up quickly.  Monitor weather conditions with the National Weather Service or on broadcast media.  Have multiple ways to get weather alerts.

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SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Texas Businesses and Residents Affected by the October 20, 2019 Tornadoes

November 18, 2019

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) issued a disaster declaration at the request of Governor Abbot. This declaration will make low-interest federal disaster loans available to businesses and residents affected by the storms that came through our area on October 20, 2019.

SBA representatives will be on hand at the following Disaster Loan Outreach Center to answer questions about SBA's disaster loan program, explain the application process and help each individual complete their application.

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September Newsletter

October 8, 2019

Each quarter, the Office of Emergency Management publishes​ a newsletter outlining our accomplishments from the previous months. We also highlight upcoming events and trainings to inform the City of what Emergency Management is and does – and how we help impact the community.​

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September is National Preparedness Month

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Summer Heat is Here

July 10, 2019

Summer heat and heat advisories are here. Learn more about Cooling Centers and how to help Beat the Heat. 

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June 2019 Newsletter

July 8, 2019

Each quarter, the Office of Emergency Management publishes​ a newsletter outlining our accomplishments from the previous months. We also highlight upcoming events and trainings to inform the City of what Emergency Management is and does – and how we help impact the community.​

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Full-Scale Exercise Notice

May 27, 2019

The City of Dallas will be conducting a full-scale exercise near Forest and Welch on Wednesday, May 29 and Thursday, May 30. This is only an exercise.

2019 Emergency Supply Tax Free Weekend

The State of Texas declared anyone can purchase certain emergency preparedness supplies tax free anywhere supplies are sold during the 2019 Emergency Preparedness Supplies Tax Free Holiday. This year's holiday begins at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, April 27, and ends at midnight on Monday, April 29. There is no limit on the number of qualifying items you can purchase, and you do not need to issue an exemption certificate to claim the exemption.

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March 2019 Newsletter

April 9, 2019

Each quarter, the Office of Emergency Management publishes​ a newsletter outlining our accomplishments from the previous months. We also highlight upcoming events and trainings to inform the City of what Emergency Management is and does – and how we help impact the community.​

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Wireless Emergency Alert Test

February 22, 2019

On March 4th, 2019 from 10:00-10:30 AM, The City of Dallas Office of Emergency Management will conduct a live test of the Wireless Emergency Alert system. In the event of severe weather or other significant event, the test will be scheduled for a backup date of March 8th, 2019 at 10:00 AM.

Our target test area is cell towers located within the Central Business District. We expect that some individuals outside of the Central Business District will receive the alert due to bleed over.

This will be the first live test of the system since the City of Dallas became an Alerting Authority under the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System, which includes the Wireless Emergency Alert system.

2018 OEM Annual Report

January 24, 2019

Each year, the Office of Emergency Management publishes​ an annual report outlining our accomplishments in the past calendar year. We also highlight upcoming events and trainings to inform the City of what Emergency Management is and does – and how we help impact the community.​

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Rain Event Potential This Weekend

The National Weather Service is predicting more potential rain and storms this week. Flooding could happen at any time. River and lake levels will be high. ​​Make sure your kit is up-to-date and you know how to contact your family if you're separated. 

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Fall Newsletter

October 1, 2018

Each quarter, the Office of Emergency Management publishes​ a newsletter outlining our accomplishments from the previous months. We also highlight upcoming events and trainings to inform the City of what Emergency Management is and does – and how we help impact the community.​

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