Office of Emergency Management - Monroe County, NY (@monroecountyoem) 's Twitter Profile
Office of Emergency Management - Monroe County, NY

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Monroe County, NY - @NYSDHSES Accredited Agency - creating the framework for our county to reduce vulnerability to threats/hazards and cope with disasters. #ROC

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linkhttps://www.monroecounty.gov/safety-oem calendar_today17-11-2009 15:21:54

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Director Tantalo (@richardtantalo) 's Twitter Profile Photo

MC Public Safety Interns completed their assignments & provided informative reports on their experience. Great group who are interested in serving in a public safety capacity. Great Job NY Chiefs NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services GTSC

MC Public Safety Interns completed their assignments &amp; provided informative reports on their experience. Great group who are interested in serving in a public safety capacity. Great Job <a href="/NYSACOP/">NY Chiefs</a> <a href="/NYSDCJS/">NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services</a> <a href="/NYSGTSC/">GTSC</a>
NWS Buffalo (@nwsbuffalo) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Special Marine Warning including the Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay NY beyond 5NM off shoreline to US-Canadian border, Niagara River to Hamlin Beach NY beyond 5NM off shoreline to US-Canadian border and Niagara River to Hamlin Beach NY until 6:15 PM EDT

Special Marine Warning including the Hamlin Beach to Sodus Bay NY beyond 5NM off shoreline to US-Canadian border, Niagara River to Hamlin Beach NY beyond 5NM off shoreline to US-Canadian border and Niagara River to Hamlin Beach NY until 6:15 PM EDT
U.S. Fire (USFA) (@usfire) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Preparedness starts at home! Today is the first #TestItTuesday of Preparedness Month. Plan a time this week to: ☑ Test your smoke alarms. ☑ Talk about your home fire escape plan with your family. ☑ Practice your home fire escape plan.

Preparedness starts at home!
Today is the first #TestItTuesday of Preparedness Month. 

Plan a time this week to:
☑ Test your smoke alarms.
☑ Talk about your home fire escape plan with your family.
☑ Practice your home fire escape plan.
Readygov (@readygov) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The first step to be ready for a disaster is knowing what hazards are common in your area. Once you understand your risks, you can make a plan for what you and your loved ones will do and take actions to strengthen your home and property. #PreparednessStartsAtHome

The first step to be ready for a disaster is knowing what hazards are common in your area. 

Once you understand your risks, you can make a plan for what you and your loved ones will do and take actions to strengthen your home and property. 

#PreparednessStartsAtHome
Readygov (@readygov) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Thunderstorms can strike fast — make sure you’re safe inside: - When thunder roars, head indoors - Avoid concrete floors & walls - Stay away from sinks, baths & faucets - Don’t use electronics plugged into outlets More tips: ready.gov/thunderstorms-…

Thunderstorms can strike fast — make sure you’re safe inside:

- When thunder roars, head indoors
- Avoid concrete floors &amp; walls
- Stay away from sinks, baths &amp; faucets
- Don’t use electronics plugged into outlets

More tips: ready.gov/thunderstorms-…
National Weather Service (@nws) 's Twitter Profile Photo

What items should be in your emergency supply kit? These 10 basic supplies could be life saving in the event of a weather emergency. Check your kit! For more information about being prepared before inclement weather strikes visit weather.gov/safety.

Office of Emergency Management - Monroe County, NY (@monroecountyoem) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Thanks to our partners Gates Volunteer Ambulance Service, Inc, Monroe County Sheriff’s Office for their participation in the 2025 Chempack full-scale exercise. A test of our county ems/healthcare systems providing rapid access to antidotes for nerve agents, treating symptoms, preventing death from a chemical attack.

Thanks to our partners <a href="/GatesAmbulance/">Gates Volunteer Ambulance Service, Inc</a>, <a href="/monroesheriffny/">Monroe County Sheriff’s Office</a> for their participation in the 2025 Chempack full-scale exercise. A test of our county ems/healthcare systems providing rapid access to antidotes for nerve agents, treating symptoms, preventing death from a chemical attack.
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Thanks to our partners-Lollypop Farm’s Animal Emergency Response Team exercising the skills & care needed to open animal shelters during a Ginna radiological emergency. All part of a larger group of animal care experts working with OEM on animal sheltering during any emergency.

Thanks to our partners-Lollypop Farm’s Animal Emergency Response Team exercising the skills &amp; care needed to open animal shelters during a Ginna radiological emergency.  All part of a larger group of animal care experts working with OEM on animal sheltering during any emergency.
Office of Emergency Management - Monroe County, NY (@monroecountyoem) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Join us for the NWS SKYWARN Training Session on 11/20/25 and the NY Citizen Preparedness Training Program on 12/9/25. To register, visit monroecounty.gov/safety-oem. We look forward to seeing you!

Join us for the NWS SKYWARN Training Session on 11/20/25 and the NY Citizen Preparedness Training Program on 12/9/25. To register, visit monroecounty.gov/safety-oem. We look forward to seeing you!
NYSEG (@nyseandg) 's Twitter Profile Photo

🚫Don’t touch any downed wires! Wind gusts may impact our electric infrastructure this week. Stay at least 30 feet from any downed power line. If you see a downed line or any hazardous situation, please call 1.800.572.1131. More storm tips: ow.ly/7mgt50Xn6am

🚫Don’t touch any downed wires! 
Wind gusts may impact our electric infrastructure this week. Stay at least 30 feet from any downed power line. If you see a downed line or any hazardous situation, please call 1.800.572.1131. More storm tips: ow.ly/7mgt50Xn6am
Office of Emergency Management - Monroe County, NY (@monroecountyoem) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Rain, Snow, and Cold Nighttime temperatures may provide the first driving challenges of the winter season. Use common sense, slow down, and get there safe.

Rain, Snow, and Cold Nighttime temperatures may provide the first driving challenges of the winter season. Use common sense, slow down, and get there safe.
NWS Buffalo (@nwsbuffalo) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Portions of our region will have their first accumulating snow of the season this afternoon through early this week. For those traveling, if the roads become snow covered, take it slow as roads will become slick. For latest updates: weather.gov/buf/winter

Portions of our region will have their first accumulating snow of the season this afternoon through early this week. For those traveling, if the roads become snow covered, take it slow as roads will become slick. For latest updates: weather.gov/buf/winter