Posted in Community, emergency management, tagged monthly test, tornado siren on September 6, 2016 | Leave a Comment »
Tomorrow is the first Wednesday of September so we’ll be testing the tornado outdoor warning sirens at 5:00 p.m. The test should last approximately one minute. Should the weather become inclement, the test will be postponed until Thursday, 8 September 2016.
If you have questions or want more information about the siren system, check out the Siren page on the City’s website or contact Police Lt. Barry Woodward at 404-373-6551.
Posted in Community, emergency management on August 10, 2016 | Leave a Comment »
There is a broken gas line in the 100 block of Sycamore Drive.
Deputy Fire Chief Stephanie Harpring reports that repairs are currently underway and are expected to take 2-3 hours.
No traffic will be allowed in the area until the line is repaired.
Posted in Community, emergency management, tagged monthly test, tornado, tornado siren on August 2, 2016 | Leave a Comment »
Tomorrow is the first Wednesday of August so we’ll be testing the tornado outdoor warning sirens at 5:00 p.m. The test should last approximately one minute. Should the weather become inclement, the test will be postponed until Thursday, 4 August 2016.
If you have questions or want more information about the siren system, check out the Siren page on the City’s website or contact Police Lt. Barry Woodward at 404-373-6551.
Posted in emergency management on July 14, 2016 | Leave a Comment »
The City of Decatur Fire Department responded to a fire call at 615 S. McDonough Street. Firefighters are on the scene. At this time there is significant damage to the home but no reported injuries to any residents.
Posted in Community, emergency management, tagged monthly test, tornado siren on July 6, 2016 | Leave a Comment »
Today is the first Wednesday of July so we’ll be testing the tornado outdoor warning sirens at 5:00 p.m. The test should last approximately one minute. Should the weather become inclement, the test will be postponed until Thursday, 7 July 2016.
If you have questions or want more information about the siren system, check out the Siren page on the City’s website or contact Police Lt. Barry Woodward at 404-373-6551.
Posted in Community, emergency management, tagged monthly test, siren, tornado siren on June 1, 2016 | Leave a Comment »
Update 6/2/16 3:16 p.m.: The test of the outdoor tornado warning siren system has once again been postponed due to the threat of pop up thunderstorms this afternoon.
Due to the forecasts for severe thunderstorms this evening, the test of the outdoor tornado warning siren system will take place tomorrow, 6/2/16 at 5:00 p.m. The test should last approximately one minute.
Should you hear the sirens tonight, seek cover.
If you have questions or want more information about the siren system, check out the Siren page on the City’s website or contact Police Lt. Barry Woodward at 404-373-6551.
Posted in Community, emergency management, tagged cooling stations, Extreme heat, summer weather on May 26, 2016 | Leave a Comment »
Summer is right around with the corner and with it comes hot temperatures and extreme heat. Extreme heat events occur when temperatures are substantially higher than average for a particular location at a given time of year. The impacts of extreme heat can cause widespread suffering and fatalities – there were more than 7,400 heat-related deaths in the U.S. between 1999 and 2010. That’s why the Federal Government is working to help state and local communities prepare for potential extreme heat events this summer.
Fortunately, the majority of heat-related deaths and illnesses are preventable. If we take actions to prepare for and respond to extreme heat events, we can dramatically reduce the risks associated with extreme heat—especially for the most vulnerable populations, including the elderly and very young, people with certain health conditions, people like public works employees or construction workers who work outside, and people in low-income households. There are a number of resources that can help:
In the event of extreme heat this summer, stay tuned to this blog for information regarding the locations of cooling stations that could be opened around the City.
Posted in emergency management on May 15, 2016 | Leave a Comment »
May 15-21 is National Emergency Medical Services Week, which means its time to thank our local fire fighters.
The City of Decatur Fire/Rescue is a Basic Life Support Service. It’s firefighters not only fight fire, they also perform other rescue operations. EMS calls are a significant part of their daily operations.
All Decatur firefighters are trained as first responders and there is at least one trained EMT on every truck. Many of the firefighters that have taken it upon themselves to become trained paramedics and new personnel are trained to the level of EMTA (advanced).
The City of Decatur Fire Department works hard to meet the necessary hours for training and education units. It strives to have updated continuing education courses and the firefighters work to serve Decatur with compassion and competency.
If you get a chance, thank your firefighters for also serving as Emergency Medical Technicians, too.
Posted in Community, emergency management, tagged monthly test, siren, tornado siren on April 5, 2016 | Leave a Comment »
Tomorrow is the first Wednesday of April so we’ll be testing the tornado outdoor warning sirens at 5:00 p.m. The test should last approximately one minute. Should the weather become inclement, the test will be postponed until Thursday, 7 April 2016.
If you have questions or want more information about the siren system, check out the Siren page on the City’s website or contact Police Lt. Barry Woodward at 404-373-6551.
Posted in Community, emergency management, tagged monthly test, tornado siren on March 1, 2016 | Leave a Comment »
Tomorrow is the first Wednesday of March so we’ll be testing the tornado outdoor warning sirens at 5:00 p.m. The test should last approximately one minute. Should the weather become inclement, the test will be postponed until Thursday, 3 March 2016.
If you have questions or want more information about the siren system, check out the Siren page on the City’s website or contact Police Lt. Barry Woodward at 404-373-6551.
