DGCO EM had a wonderful time at Prairie Park Elementary’s Trunk or Treat on Thursday evening! We enjoyed seeing all the kids’ creative costumes and sharing candy and preparedness information while connecting with our community and promoting family preparedness. EM6 10/24 1445

Douglas County has placed a burn ban in effect today, 10/28/25 . Please be safe with all fuel sources and report smoke or fire immediately to 911. Thank you.

A Wind Advisory is in effect for Douglas Co. from 7pm today (8/28) to 10am tomorrow (8/29). Sustained winds of 20-30mph are expected with gusts near 40-45mph. Secure loose outdoor objects and prepare for possible downed tree limbs and power lines. EM2 10/28/2025 0848

CORRECTION: A Wind Advisory is in effect for Douglas Co. from 7pm today (10/28) to 10am tomorrow (10/29). Sustained winds of 20-30mph are expected with gusts near 40-45mph. Secure loose outdoor objects and prepare for possible downed tree limbs and power lines. EM2 10/28/25 1112

Reminder Douglas County, Wind Advisory is in effect until 10AM tomorrow morning. Gusts up to 45 mph expected overnight. Ensure that lawn chairs and other outdoor belongs are secured; or you may wake and find them in your neighbors yard in the morning. #kswx 8:25pm 10/28 EM3

Burn Ban remains in place due today [10/29] for all unincorporated areas of Douglas County due sustained and gusty winds. #kswx 6:10am 10/29 EM3

In case you haven't heard Douglas County, Frost Advisory thru 9am tomorrow morning [Thurs, 10/30]. Cover up those delicate plants. Allow yourself a lil extra as well, for your morning commute. #kswx 6:45pm 10/29 EM3

Afternoon Douglas County, the bewitching hour is nearly upon us. Witches and Goblins may soon be out wandering looking for sweet treats. Slow down, be watchful of those out. Showers are possible thru the evening hours. Have a Safe and Boo-tiful evening. #kswx 4:20pm 10/31 EM3

Good Morning, Douglas County. Looks like an amazing start to November. Farmers Market downtown; and KU Homecoming today, at The Booth, GO HAWKS! Daylight Savings ends tonight, so remember to set your clocks back (extra hour of sleep). ##kswx 7:00am 11/01 EM3

DST officially ends at 2am on Sunday morning Douglas County. Clocks fall back 1 hour. Also, tomorrow morning at 7am; Kansas Half Marathon & 5k will be running thru the streets of Lawrence, so plan your morning accordingly. kansashalfmarathon.com #kswx 5:45pm 11/01 EM3

We will be testing the outdoor warning sirens today at noon. Take this opportunity to practice your severe weather plan! Learn more at dgcoks.gov/outdoorsirens. EM6 11/03/2025 0943

Outdoor burning is prohibited today, 11/4/2025, in the unincorporated areas of Douglas County due to High fire danger and high winds. #dgcoks #kswx EM2 11/4/25 0844

Outdoor burning is prohibited in Douglas County today, Saturday, November 8, 2025. Forecasted high winds will spread fire quickly. Please report when you see smoke or flames to 911. Be safe, We care. #kswx EM 10

Burning is prohibited in Douglas County today, Sunday, November 9, 2025. Strong winds and gusts will spread fire quickly. See smoke or fire? Call 911. Be safe, be smart. We care. #kswx EM10

Good evening. Monday starts with a wind chill around 12 degrees. Plan ahead by scraping your car windows, winter coats ready & allow extra time to warm up the car. Check this site for more winter tips: ready.gov/winter-weather Be safe, stay warm. We care. #kswx EM 10

Happy Veterans Day from DCEM. We are proud to have many veterans serving on our staff and volunteer teams. Thank you for your service to our country and community!

The sweets keep on rolling into DCEM! This time, the cookies were a prize from Douglas County, KS IT department for having greater than 70% participation in this year’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month training. Thank you!

Heavy rain will continue falling over Douglas Co., ending south to north, over the next hour. 1-1.5 inches of heavy rain has fallen so far over parts of the county. Be aware of pooling water on roadways, slow down and leave extra space between vehicles. EM2 11/21/25 0824

Look forward to a dry day tomorrow, but watch out for dense fog in the morning. Remember to slow down and use your headlights (low beams!) when driving through fog. #kswx #dgcoks EM2 11/21/2025 1605

WEATHER UPDATE for Douglas County. Dense Fog Advisory from 12:00 Midnight thru 10:00 am Sunday. Slow down, and take your time. #kswx 7:50pm 11/22 EM3