Thanks for following our #NationalPreparednessMonth tips! Make sure you're signed up to receive emergency notifications from UC Alerts. The free service provides real-time notifications for severe weather alerts specific to your location. Sign up here: ucgov.info/ucalerts

Union County Christmas Bureau will begin accepting applications from families in need starting today, Monday, Oct. 2! If you are seeking assistance with gifts and food this holiday season, we can help. Details on the program and how to apply: ucgov.info/christmasbureau

TOMORROW, OCT. 4: There will be a nationwide emergency alert test sent to all TVs, radios, and cell phones at 2:20 p.m. ET. Important information and what can be expected from the nationwide test: fema.gov/press-release/… Frequently Asked Questions ⤵️

Emergency Management is monitoring conditions. Stay weather aware! Sign up for our free emergency alert tool, UC Alerts, and get weather notifications specific to your location from the National Weather Service: ucgov.info/ucalerts

Check our Severe Weather webpage for links to everything you need during a severe weather event: 🗺️ Real-time info about weather conditions, road closures & flooding 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Tips to keep your family safe 💡 Links and phone numbers for utilities Visit ucgov.info/severeweather

IMPORTANT: All Union County Government facilities are closing immediately due to inclement weather. Details: unioncountync.gov/Home/Component…

Tornado Warning Issued for parts of Union County until 3 p.m. Get to a safe interior spot indoors, away from windows. Review more safety tips: unioncountync.gov/government/dep…

Board of Commissioners Chairman J.R. Rowell has declared a state of emergency for Union County, which gives the Union County Sheriff authority to close roads impacted by flooding and issue citations to motorists who disregard emergency barricades. Read more: ucgov.info/3UbKLHd

ROAD CLOSURES: Some roads are closed due to flash flooding, fallen trees or downed power lines. Don't drive on a road that appears flooded. Road closures are being updated in real-time here: ucgov.info/roadclosures

🚨 State of Emergency Declared for Union County as #TropicalStormDebby approaches. Our Emergency Operations Center will be activated to monitor and respond to the storm. Stay informed and stay safe! Read more: ucgov.info/3SHgA8X Preparedness info: ucgov.info/hurricane

Some roads are closed due to flash flooding, fallen trees or power lines. Be weather aware as #TropicalStormDebby moves through our area. Don't drive on a road that looks flooded. Road closures: ucgov.info/roadclosures Preparedness info: ucgov.info/hurricane

Some Union County Government services are canceled Friday, Sept. 27 due to forecasted impacts from #Helene. Details: unioncountync.gov/Home/Component… 📷Hurricane Preparedness resources: ucgov.info/hurricane 📷Sign up for UC Alerts: ucgov.info/ucalerts

Union County is experiencing significant weather impacts. 🌀Hurricane Preparedness: ucgov.info/hurricane 📲UC Alerts: ucgov.info/ucalerts 📲Download the Union County, NC Sheriff’s App for updates on road conditions. Stay home and only venture out if absolutely necessary.

Sheriff’s App Download Links - Apple/iOS Link: apps.apple.com/.../union-coun… - Android Link: play.google.com/store/apps/det…...

Due to the forecasted impacts from winter weather, all Union County Government facilities will close early at noon on Friday, Jan. 10. Details: ucgov.info/4gZG0bM Winter Preparedness resources: ucgov.info/winterprep Sign up for UC Alerts: ucgov.info/ucalerts

Due to extreme cold and the potential for slick roads, all Union County Government facilities will operate on a two-hour delay on Wednesday, Jan. 22, opening at 10 a.m. Details: ucgov.info/3WsRP26 Tips: ucgov.info/winterprep Sign up for UC Alerts: ucgov.info/ucalerts

Union County Government facilities will open on a 4-hour delay Thursday, Feb. 20, at 12 p.m. due to freezing temps and possible slick roads. Stay weather-aware and travel safely. Details: ucgov.info/4i65Ew4

🚨 BURN BAN: Union County has enacted a local burn ban due to increased fire risk. This ban applies to all outdoor burning and aligns with the statewide ban issued by the N.C. Forest Service. More details: ucgov.info/burnban

The local burn ban has been lifted, but safety still comes first! 🌿 Only burn natural vegetation 🚒 Never leave a fire unattended 🔥 Burn permits are required—get yours online! Stay safe & burn responsibly!