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2019 State Emergency Management Conference Announced
31st annual conference will be held in St. Charles from Aug. 27 to 30, 2019
October 22, 2018

Almost 450,000 Missourians now registered for annual statewide ‘ShakeOut’ earthquake drill on Oct. 18
Sign up now to participate in this year’s ‘Drop, Cover, Hold On’ drill
October 10, 2018

Missouri’s statewide ‘ShakeOut’ earthquake drill coming up Oct. 18
Missourians practice ‘Drop, Cover, Hold On’ during exercise that draws one-half million participants
September 05, 2018

Gov. Parson Praises Responders and Rescuers for Efforts in Aftermath of Duck Boat Tragedy at Table Rock Lake
Governor travels to Branson area to meet with survivors, victims’ relatives, rescuers, and responders after boat capsizes killing 17 in severe storm on Thursday
July 20, 2018

Following record-breaking heat in May, Missouri prepares for Summer Weather Safety Week, June 18-24
Average daily temperatures in May were warmest on record for state of Missouri
June 04, 2018

Homeland Security Grant Funding Opportunity for Missouri Nonprofit Organizations at Risk of Terrorist Attack
Application Deadline: June 4, 2018; Total Grant Funds Available: $200,000
May 23, 2018

Gov. Greitens Visits Families, Responders After Tornado
February 26, 2018

Severe Weather Awareness Week and Statewide Tornado Drill help Missourians prepare for deadly severe weather threats
From March 4 to 10 residents are encouraged to take action to prepare for tornadoes, severe thunderstorms, flooding and lightning
February 26, 2018

Gov. Greitens Declares State of Emergency as Proactive Response to Storms and Flooding
February 24, 2018

Reminder: Nomination deadline is March 31 for 5 Missouri Public Safety awards honoring first responders for exemplary service
A 6th award honors civilians who assist first responders during emergencies
February 20, 2018

February is Earthquake Awareness Month in Missouri, with emphasis on preparedness
Missourians are reminded to know how to respond in case of a major earthquake in the New Madrid Seismic Zone
February 07, 2018

Department of Public Safety accepting nominations for 5 statewide awards honoring first responders for heroic acts or work strengthening Missouri communities
A sixth award honors civilians who assist first responders during emergencies
January 17, 2018

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