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SCG Emergency Services

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SCG Emergency Services

@scgovEOC

Official Twitter of Sarasota County Emergency Services in @SRQCountyGov in Sarasota, Florida.

Sarasota, FL

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Joined May 2009

SCG Emergency Services
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May 15
Join Sarasota County Fire Department for an Open House TOMORROW, May 16 at Fire Station 23, 1930 N. Tamiami Trail, Nokomis. Stop by from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. to see fire apparatus, learn fire safety & more! Learn more: scgov.net/fire #SRQCountyES
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Apr 20
As of Sunday, April 19, 2026, a burn ban is now in effect for Sarasota County due to ongoing drought conditions and an increased risk for wildfires. This means #SRQCounty residents cannot have any open fires of any types. Learn more: scgov.net/fire. #SRQCountyES
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Apr 16
THANK YOU to all who joined us at the 2026 Community Conversations: Hurricane Preparedness event on April 11! Being READY TOGETHER is a community effort and you've already taken the first step. 📽️WATCH a recap of the event at the link below. #SRQCountyES youtu.be/wNxk2M5IKJ0
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Apr 16
We are grateful to our partners who attended and participated in the expo. A special thanks to the @NHC_Atlantic and @FLSERT for their presentations that shared valuable information on preparedness to our residents. Learn more: scgov.net/beprepared #SRQCountyES
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Apr 10
Join the experts at the Community Conversations: Hurricane Preparedness event TOMORROW, Saturday, April 11 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Riverview High School, 1 Ram Way, Sarasota. Learn more about the speakers, what to expect & register at scgov.net/CommunityConve…. #SRQCountyES
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Mar 31
Speakers for the Saturday, April 11, Community Conversations: Hurricane Preparedness event are announced! • Sandra Tapfumaneyi, Sarasota County Emergency Management Chief. • Kevin Guthrie, @FLSERT Director. • Daniel Brown, @NHC_Atlantic Hurricane Specialist Unit Branch Chief.
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Mar 31
The Community Conversations: Hurricane Preparedness program on April 11 will be moderated by Sarasota County Emergency Services Director Rich Collins. Learn more about the speakers and register to attend at scgov.net/CommunityConve…. #SRQCountyES
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Mar 11
Join the conversation! Let's get 'ready together' for hurricane season. Community Conversations: Hurricane Preparedness will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 11, at Riverview High School, 1 Ram Way, Sarasota. More info: scgov.net/CommunityConve…. #SRQCountyES
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Mar 11
Officials will provide information on storm preparation, evacuation procedures, shelter options, community resources and updates on national forecasting models for 2026. The event is free, but registration is required. Register through Eventbrite at bit.ly/3RbMCck.
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2026 Community Conversations: Hurricane Preparedness
Join the conversation to learn what you should be doing now.
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Mar 11
Questions for panel discussions will be collected through April 3, and can be submitted online: bit.ly/CCPanelQuestio…. We hope to see you for our Community Conversations: Hurricane Preparedness event on April 11, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Riverview High School, 1 Ram Way, Sarasota.
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Feb 24
Sarasota County Emergency Management officials have coordinated with municipal and community partners to provide cold weather sheltering Feb. 24, 2026, for those individuals in need due to the predicted drop in temperatures. See thread below for details. ⬇️ #SRQCountyES
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Feb 24
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Emergency Management officials remind residents that pets should not be left outside during the cold weather. Those who need to be outside overnight or during the early morning hours are encouraged to dress in several warm layers and limit skin exposure to the wind.
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Feb 24
Sarasota County Fire Department officials advise using extreme caution when heating your home, as the risk of fire and carbon monoxide poisoning increases during very cold weather due to the improper use of heating devices. More heating safety tips can be found here. #SRQCountyES
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Feb 23
Sarasota County Emergency Management officials have coordinated with municipal and community partners to provide cold weather sheltering Feb. 23, 2026, for those individuals in need due to the predicted drop in temperatures. See thread below for details. ⬇️ #SRQCountyES
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Feb 23
Replying to @scgovEOC
Emergency Management officials remind residents that pets should not be left outside during the cold weather. Those who need to be outside overnight or during the early morning hours are encouraged to dress in several warm layers and limit skin exposure to the wind.
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Feb 23
Sarasota County Fire Department officials advise using extreme caution when heating your home, as the risk of fire and carbon monoxide poisoning increases during very cold weather due to the improper use of heating devices. More heating safety tips can be found here. #SRQCountyES
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