Given the potential for severe weather this season, it is crucial to be prepared. One way to be prepared is to build an emergency go-bag or kit. Here are some items to include ⬇️

A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Indiana, Kentucky and Ohio until 4 AM EDT

It's the first Friday of the month! We will be testing the outdoor warning sirens today (4/4/25) at noon.

The Lucas County Emergency Management Agency will be hosting a Severe Weather Town Hall on Wednesday, April 30th at the Sanger Branch Library in Toledo. Interested individuals are encouraged to pre-register for the town hall by going to: arcg.is/SyyrW2.

Lucas County EMA will be hosting a Severe Weather Town Hall next week on Wednesday, April 30th at 5:30 pm at the Sanger Branch Library. ⭐ Our team will be showing off an example emergency preparedness kit and will be available to help attendees learn how to build their own ⭐

🌪️ Are you #StormReady? Join us for the Lucas County Severe Weather Preparedness Town Hall! 🗓️April 30, 2025 🕒 5:30 PM ET 📍 Sanger Branch Library (3030 Central Ave, Toledo, OH) Free info on storm alerts, emergency kits & recovery resources! #LucasCounty #SevereWeatherPrep

🌸Happy May, Lucas County! We will testing the outdoor warning sirens today (5/2/2025) at noon.

Strong to Severe Thunderstorms are in the forecast for late this evening into tonight with the Slight Risk (level 2 of 5) area expanded a bit further east to the PA border. Check back for updates and stay weather aware! #ohwx #pawx

It's the first Friday of June! We will be testing the outdoor warning sirens today (6/6/25) at noon.

Thunderstorms capable of producing damaging wind gusts, hail, and a tornado or two will approach the region this afternoon and evening. Thunderstorms will likely weaken as they move east across northern Ohio. #ohwx #pawx

The hottest temperatures of the season are expected this weekend and early next week. Daily high temperatures are forecasted to rise into the 90s with heat index values near 100°F. Heat-related illnesses are possible for the entire population.

Dangerous heat is expected late this weekend through early next week. High temperatures will be in the 90s with heat indices near or above 100 degrees during this time. An Extreme Heat Watch has been issued for the entire area from Sunday afternoon through Tuesday evening.

📢 Good morning! TOMORROW (7/4/25) we will be testing the outdoor warning sirens at noon. Have a great and safe 4th of July!! 🎆

A heat advisory has been issued for much of Northern Ohio for Thursday, July 24th. Heat index values up to 104 degrees are expected. Remember to take extra precautions when outside and limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. #OHwx #PAwx

Our cooling shelters will be open tomorrow, July 24th for anyone in need of relief. You can find cool shelter at all Toledo-Lucas County Public Library branches and select senior and community centers. 📍Search the map to find a cooling shelter: ow.ly/TmIV50WucKr

A heat advisory is in effect for Northern Ohio from Noon to 8 pm EDT Tuesday. Heat index values up to 102 degrees expected. Take necessary precautions as high heat and humidity can lead to heat related illnesses. #ohwx #pawx

Beginning Friday, August 1, 2025, the Lucas County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) will launch monthly test messages using the Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) system through FEMA’s Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) platform.

🚨TODAY (8/1/2025) we will be testing the outdoor warning sirens at noon. At noon, we will also be launching a test message using the Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) system through FEMA's Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) platform.