INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Homeland Security is partnering with all 92 counties in the state to distribute more than 2,200 all-hazard weather radios to Hoosiers. The radios will be distributed on the local level by each county’s emergency management agency. “Receiving early warnings is critical to … Read More
INDIANAPOLIS — National Weather Service, in conjunction with the Indiana State Police, Indiana Department of Homeland Security, Indiana Department of Education, Indiana Broadcasters Association, American Red Cross and Amateur Radio Operators will conduct a statewide test of communication systems at 10:15 a.m. and 7:35 p.m. Tuesday, March 21. … Read More
KOSCIUSKO COUNTY – High temperatures are predicted in Indiana over the next several days and into the coming weekend. With even higher heat indexes, which is how hot the temperature feels to the human body when humidity is taken into account, the risks for heat-related illnesses increase significantly. Emergency … Read More
INDIANAPOLIS — In the wake of recent acts of violence in several countries, the Indiana Department of Homeland Security reminds Hoosiers to be Ready: Whenever, Wherever. Violent acts and dangerous events can occur anywhere, anytime and often with little to no warning. The Ready: Whenever, Wherever webpage has been updated … Read More
UPDATE: Marshall County has now issued an advisory level travel advisory as well due to blowing and drifting snow, primarily on the north/south county roads. WABASH COUNTY — The Wabash County Commissioners have placed Wabash County under travel advisory until further notice due to icy road conditions, blowing … Read More
KOSCIUSKO — An Indiana Department of Homeland Security incident management team from Northern Indiana is traveling to Maryland for a seven-day deployment to assist the City of Baltimore with severe weather affecting the region. Ed Rock, Kosciusko County Emergency Management Agency, serves as a member of the IMT. The … Read More
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Homeland Security is gauging Indiana citizens’ readiness for emergencies and disasters through a brief online survey. The outcomes of the survey will help the public safety community gain a greater understanding of how prepared Indiana residents are and how to help increase that preparedness.
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Kosciusko and Marshall counties have decided that road conditions have improved enough to terminate the Emergency Declaration which includes the “Warning Level” Travel Advisory. However, both counties remain at a “Watch Level” advisory until further notice. Secondary road conditions remain very hazardous especially north/south roads. Only essential travel is … Read More
The Indiana Department of Homeland Security is gauging Indiana citizens’ readiness for emergencies and disasters through a brief online survey. The outcomes of the survey will help the public safety community gain a greater understanding of how prepared Indiana residents are and how to help increase that preparedness. … Read More
Tim Carter and his daughter, Beth Thompson, are fighting what they are perceiving as an impossible battle that threatens to put their own small business, and many others, out of business. The owner and operator of The Bulldog Saloon in Mentone, Carter said he has been visited by … Read More
While the waters are now receding, Tippecanoe River overflowed its banks below the Webster Lake Dam in North Webster due to the recent rains. Hoosiers who sustained damage caused by severe weather and flooding that began April 17 and resulted through April 22, can report damage online. Also, … Read More
With many upcoming local events, it’s important for Hoosiers to be vigilante in monitoring and reporting suspicious activities. Suspicious activity reports are one of the best defenses against violent acts. According to a survey released earlier this week, 56 percent of Americans said they hadn’t heard of the … Read More
With high winds and significant amounts of snow in the forecast for much of Indiana today, state officials are warning Hoosiers to prepare for the worst. Preparations include charging cell phones and other items in case power is interrupted, evaluating whether driving is necessary, taking your time if … Read More
INDIANAPOLIS – In response to Hurricane Sandy and the overlapping winter storm expected to affect the East Coast and New England area, several Indiana emergency response assets, including elements with the Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) District Response Task Forces, have deployed to the region. On Saturday, … Read More
INDIANAPOLIS—As rain and wind from Hurricane Isaac approach Indiana, the Indiana Department of Homeland Security is asking everyone to join emergency management officials in preparing for potential storms and localized flooding. As the prediction stands now, the National Weather Service is forecasting that Indiana may receive 2-8 inches … Read More
Kosciusko County Commissioners this morning extended a burn ban in light of the continued drought conditions. Emergency Management Director Ed Rock recommended the commissioners sign a new disaster declaration extending the ban for another two weeks. Unanimously, commissioners president Bob Conley and Ron Truex and Brad Jackson approved … Read More
